Dads Secret Spaghetti Sauce (Aka. Labchef)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Dads Secret Spaghetti Sauce (Aka. Labchef)
in Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 onion , chopped
2 celery ribs , Chopped
1 bell pepper , chopped
3 garlic cloves , chopped fine
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon anchovy paste
2 ounces white wine
28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1 -2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
121
Sugar
10g
Fat
3g
Nothing beats a homemade spaghetti sauce, especially one that's been passed down from generation to generation like this recipe. Dad's Secret Spaghetti Sauce is also known as 'Labchef' in some circles, and it's easy to see why it's become an instant classic. The sauce has a rich, deep flavor that comes from the various aromatic vegetables, spices, and canned tomatoes. It's a hearty meal that can be enjoyed as a family dinner on a busy weeknight or served as a comforting meal on a cold winter day. The great thing about this sauce is you can adjust the spice level or thickness to your liking. Bon appétit!

Instructions

1.In a large pot, heat up some oil and sauté the onion, celery ribs, and bell pepper until they turn tender.
2.Add in the garlic, tomato paste, and anchovy paste to the pot and stir to distribute evenly.
3.Pour in the white wine and let it simmer until reduced by half.
4.Add in the crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Mix well.
5.Let the sauce simmer for an hour, stirring occasionally.
6.Serve with your favorite pasta and enjoy!

PROS

This spaghetti sauce is bursting with flavor and has a perfect balance of spicy, tangy, and sweet.

It’s very versatile and can be used in many dishes other than spaghetti pasta.

The recipe is quite easy to follow and doesn’t require any fancy gadgets or ingredients.

CONS

It takes a while to simmer for an hour, so it’s not the quickest meal to make.

Some people might not like the anchovy paste or spicy kick from the red pepper flakes.

The sauce might seem too thick or chunky for some people’s tastes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are a great source of antioxidants, vitamins C and K, potassium, and folate. They are also low in calories and have been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and cancer.
Garlic has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties, and may help lower cholesterol and blood pressure.
Anchovy paste is a source of calcium, omega-3 fatty acids, and protein.

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