Pat’S Famous Pasta Sauce

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Rich, chunky, and deeply savory homemade tomato sauce with a blend of aromatic herbs and melted cheeses
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Pat’S Famous Pasta Sauce

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 799.2

Description

This hearty pasta sauce is a comforting classic that combines the robust flavor of fresh tomatoes with the convenience of jarred sauce and tomato paste. Infused with Italian seasoning, oregano, sage, and garlic, it offers a complex, aromatic profile that simmers into a thick, luxurious consistency. The addition of grated Romano and Parmesan cheeses creates a creamy, savory depth that coats every strand of pasta perfectly. Ideal for weeknight dinners or Sunday family gatherings, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor with pantry staples. It pairs beautifully with spaghetti, lasagna, or meatballs, providing a satisfying, warm meal that brings everyone to the table.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Grind 4 quarts of tomatoes through a vegetable mill into a large pot to remove seeds and hard pulp, discarding the debris.
  2. Add one jar of thick spaghetti sauce and one can of tomato sauce to the pot; rinse the jar and can with water and add the rinsings to the mixture to capture remaining flavor.
  3. Stir in three cans of tomato paste, ensuring the cans are cleaned out thoroughly to get all the paste into the sauce.
  4. Mix in Italian seasoning, ground sage, garlic powder (or salt), oregano, parsley, and sugar.
  5. Fold in the grated Romano and Parmesan cheeses until well combined.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Cover the pot and simmer on very low heat, stirring every 30 minutes to prevent scorching.
  8. Optional: Add cooked meatballs to the sauce during the simmering process if desired.
  9. Adjust seasoning by adding more oregano, parsley, salt, or cheese if needed based on your preference.
  10. Simmer until the sauce has reduced to your desired consistency and thickness.
  11. Remove from heat and let the sauce sit for 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 799.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24.9g39%
Saturated Fat 12.4g62%
Cholesterol 52.5mg18%
Sodium 4519.5mg189%
Total Carbohydrate 125.1g42%
Dietary Fiber 28.6g115%
Sugars 67.9g
Protein 37.9g76%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: american, cheese, famous, garlic, grated, ground, italian, jar, main, oregano, parmesan, parsley, pasta, paste, pats, powder, romano, sage, salt, sauce
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