There’s nothing quite like the taste of homemade spaghetti sauce made from garden-fresh tomatoes. With the abundance of tomatoes that often come at the end of summer, it’s the perfect time to whip up a big batch of freezer spaghetti sauce to enjoy throughout the year.

The best part about making homemade freezer spaghetti sauce is that it’s easy to customize to your own taste preferences. Plus, you’ll know exactly what’s going into it, without any added preservatives or questionable ingredients.

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for homemade freezer spaghetti sauce using fresh tomatoes from your garden:

Ingredients:
– 5 lbs of fresh tomatoes, cored and roughly chopped
– 1 large onion, chopped
– 4 cloves of garlic, minced
– 1 bell pepper, chopped
– 2 carrots, chopped
– 1/4 cup of fresh basil, chopped
– 1/4 cup of fresh oregano, chopped
– 2 bay leaves
– 1/4 cup of olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Start by blanching and peeling the tomatoes. To do this, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Score an X on the bottom of each tomato and carefully drop them into the boiling water for about 30 seconds. Remove the tomatoes with a slotted spoon and immediately place them into a bowl of ice water. Once cool, the skins should easily peel off.

2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and carrots, and sauté until they begin to soften, about 5-7 minutes.

3. Add the chopped tomatoes, basil, oregano, and bay leaves to the pot. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes have broken down and the sauce has thickened.

4. Once the sauce has thickened, remove the bay leaves and season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. To store the sauce, allow it to cool completely before transferring to freezer-safe containers. Label the containers with the date and store in the freezer for up to 6 months.

This homemade freezer spaghetti sauce is perfect for tossing with cooked pasta, spreading on homemade pizzas, or using as a base for other pasta dishes.

So, the next time your garden is overflowing with fresh tomatoes, consider making a batch of homemade freezer spaghetti sauce to enjoy the taste of summer all year long. Plus, it’s a great way to preserve the bounty of your garden for future use.