Description
This Homemade Spaghetti Sauce combines fresh tomatoes, savory smoked turkey bacon, and natural gelling agent for a rich, hearty sauce with perfect texture. Easy to prepare and full of smoky depth, it elevates any pasta dish with vibrant flavor and comforting warmth.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh tomatoes, diced or pulsed
- 6 slices smoked turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon natural gelling agent
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Finely chop the onions and garlic. Dice fresh tomatoes or pulse briefly in a food processor for a chunky texture. Cut smoked turkey bacon into small pieces to infuse smoky flavor.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onions and cook until translucent. Stir in garlic and smoked turkey bacon, cooking for a few minutes until fragrant and bacon crisps slightly.
- Build the Sauce Base: Add fresh tomatoes, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar to the pan. Sprinkle in dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Add the Natural Gelling Agent: Gradually sprinkle in the natural gelling agent, stirring well to incorporate evenly. This thickens the sauce and helps it cling to pasta.
- Simmer and Adjust: Let the sauce simmer gently on low heat, uncovered, for about 30 minutes to reduce and develop flavor. Taste periodically and adjust seasoning as desired.
Notes
- Use ripe fresh tomatoes for the best flavor and texture.
- Simmer sauce low and slow to meld flavors beautifully.
- The natural gelling agent is essential for a smooth, rich consistency.
- Taste as you cook and adjust acidity with apple cider vinegar as needed.
- Use quality olive oil for added richness and mouthfeel.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: spaghetti sauce, homemade tomato sauce, smoked turkey bacon sauce, Italian sauce, pasta sauce, natural thick sauce
