Delicious homemade freezer spaghetti sauce with fresh tomatoes

There’s nothing quite like the taste of homemade spaghetti sauce made with fresh, juicy tomatoes. Not only does it have a wonderfully fresh and vibrant flavor, but it also allows you to control the ingredients and customize the sauce to your own preferences. One of the best things about homemade spaghetti sauce is that you can make a big batch and freeze it for later use, saving you time and effort on busy weeknights.

Here’s a tried and true recipe for homemade freezer spaghetti sauce that will have you savoring the taste of summer all year round.

Ingredients:
– 10 pounds fresh tomatoes, peeled and chopped
– 2 onions, finely diced
– 6 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 bell pepper, finely diced
– 2 carrots, grated
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 teaspoons salt
– 1 teaspoon black pepper
– 2 teaspoons dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– 1 teaspoon sugar
– 1/2 cup red wine (optional)
– 2 bay leaves

Instructions:
1. Start by blanching the tomatoes to make them easier to peel. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and prepare a large bowl of ice water. Score an “X” on the bottom of each tomato and drop them into the boiling water for about 30 seconds. Transfer the tomatoes to the ice water to cool, then peel off the skins and chop the tomatoes.

2. Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, bell pepper, and carrots, and sauté until they are softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.

3. Add the chopped tomatoes to the pot, along with the salt, pepper, oregano, basil, sugar, and bay leaves. If you’re using the red wine, pour it in now. Stir everything together and bring the sauce to a simmer.

4. Simmer the sauce uncovered for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally, until it has thickened to your liking.

5. Once the sauce has finished simmering, remove the bay leaves and let it cool to room temperature. Divide the sauce into meal-sized portions and freeze in airtight containers or freezer bags.

This homemade spaghetti sauce is bursting with fresh, bright flavors and pairs perfectly with your favorite pasta. Whether you choose to use it right away or freeze it for later, you’ll love having this versatile and delicious sauce on hand whenever a pasta craving strikes. Enjoy!