Olive Garden Spaghetti Sauce

Bring the taste of your favorite Italian restaurant to your table with this rich and savory Olive Garden Spaghetti Sauce recipe. Bursting with the classic flavors of crushed tomatoes, garlic, and aromatic herbs like basil and oregano, this homemade sauce delivers the perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess, thanks to a hint of sugar. Slowly simmered to perfection, this sauce is elevated with fresh parsley and optional red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Whether paired with perfectly cooked spaghetti or your favorite pasta, and topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this easy-to-make sauce is sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or entertaining guests, this recipe is a simple yet delicious way to recreate the magic of Olive Garden in your own kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
• 15 ounces Tomato sauce
• 6 ounces Tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0 Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Step 4

Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste to the pan, stirring until combined.

Step 5

Mix in the granulated sugar, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.

Step 6

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and reduce the heat to low.

Step 7

Cover the pan partially with a lid and let the sauce simmer for 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed (add salt, pepper, or sugar to balance acidity).

Step 9

Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and let the sauce cook for another 1-2 minutes.

Step 10

Serve the sauce over cooked spaghetti and top with grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1565.9 grams (1565.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	818

Total Fat 39.10g	50%
Saturated Fat 6.40g	32%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 4mg	1%
Sodium 1962mg	85%
Total Carbohydrate 107.30g	39%
Dietary Fiber 23.70g	85%
Total Sugars 65.60g
Protein 21.70g	43%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 374mg	29%
Iron 13mg	70%
Potassium 3691mg	79%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.5%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 49.5%