Canned Spaghetti Sauce
A delicious and versatile homemade spaghetti sauce that you can preserve and enjoy throughout the year.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 24 cups Reduced & Pureed Tomatoes
- 2 Tbsp Garlic Powder
- 2 Tbsp Onion Powder
- 2 Tbsp Italian Seasoning
- 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
- 3 pieces Bay Leaves
- 2 Tbsp Sea Salt
- 1 Tbsp Black Pepper
- 12 Tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1 Tbsp Sugar or monk fruit sweetener to balance the acid (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by washing and preparing your tomatoes. Remove stems and blemishes before reducing them.
- Puree the tomatoes until smooth using a blender or food processor.
Cooking
- In a large pot, combine the pureed tomatoes with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, bay leaves, sea salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and sugar (if using).
- Stir well to mix all the ingredients together.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Allow it to cook for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the bay leaves before canning.
- Pour the sauce into sterilized jars, leaving about half an inch of headspace at the top.
- Seal the jars and process them in a water bath for about 35 minutes to ensure they are sealed properly.
Notes
Canned spaghetti sauce can be served over pasta, used as a base for pizza, lasagna, or other Italian dishes. Adjust spices to your taste; more red pepper flakes can add heat while adding more herbs can boost the flavors. Ensure that your canning process follows safe guidelines to prevent spoilage.