If you’re looking for a convenient and delicious way to use up all those extra tomatoes from your garden, look no further than make-ahead spaghetti sauce with frozen tomatoes. This recipe is a great way to preserve the harvest and have a delicious and hearty sauce on hand for those busy weeknights when you don’t have time to cook from scratch.

To make this sauce, you’ll need ripe tomatoes, onions, garlic, bell peppers, herbs, and spices. The beauty of this recipe is that you can use any variety of tomatoes – from roma to heirloom – and even mix and match for a unique flavor profile. Once you have all your ingredients ready, follow these simple steps to make a batch of delicious spaghetti sauce that you can freeze and enjoy all year long.

Ingredients:
– 8-10 cups of chopped tomatoes (fresh or frozen)
– 1 onion, chopped
– 4 cloves of garlic, minced
– 1 bell pepper, chopped
– 2 tablespoons of olive oil
– 2 teaspoons of salt
– 1 teaspoon of black pepper
– 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon of dried basil
– 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (optional)
– 1/4 cup of tomato paste
– 1/4 cup of red wine (optional)
– 1 teaspoon of sugar (optional, to balance acidity)

Instructions:
1. If using frozen tomatoes, thaw them in a colander to drain excess liquid. If using fresh tomatoes, blanch them in boiling water for 1 minute, then peel and chop.
2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onions, garlic, and bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the chopped tomatoes, salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes, and stir to combine. Cook over medium heat for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and the sauce thickens.
4. Stir in the tomato paste, red wine, and sugar, if using, and simmer for an additional 10 minutes to develop the flavors.
5. Let the sauce cool completely before transferring it to freezer-safe containers or bags. Label and date the containers, and freeze for up to 6 months.

To serve, simply thaw the sauce in the refrigerator overnight and heat it on the stove or in the microwave until warmed through. You can use this versatile sauce for spaghetti, lasagna, pizza, or any other dishes that call for a rich and flavorful tomato sauce.

Make-ahead spaghetti sauce with frozen tomatoes is a great way to save time and avoid food waste while enjoying the taste of fresh, homemade sauce all year long. Give this recipe a try and see how convenient and delicious it can be to have a batch of sauce ready to go whenever you need it. Happy cooking!