Reviewed: Feb. 9, 2013

I gave this as a 5 star because it is a perfect base recipe for a starter or seasoned chef. Take the rosemary, thyme and oregano down to 1 Tablespoon and add it to taste after that, everything else looks good by reviewing. I of course would add 1/2 cup grated parmesan in the sauce and cook my meatballs in the sauce spooning out some of the grease and leaving some for flavor. Another trick for some beginners. Remember that when cooking spaghetti sauce that if its to thick add some water or and if its runny just take the lid of and allow it to cook off for awhile. This is certainly a good base recipe anyone cooking this be warned that either the Author meant 3 teaspoons or likes a very spicy sauce. Try it my way and than slowly add more spices as you go. The thing I like most about this recipe is that it is a good base if your correct the spices. After that you start adding things to your families liking and it becomes your recipe that you can hold on to and pass it on down to your kids. Unless you want to use fresh tomatoes or crushed tomatoes this is a perfect starter spaghetti sauce looking to be fully customized to your taste. Chef C.McDannel

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Chrisx28

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Corry, Pennsylvania, USA

Reviewed: Mar. 21, 2012

I found this recipe fabulous! I don't understand the negative reviews; obviously tablespoons is too much so if you use teaspoons it is perfect. Will make many times over!

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NikkiD.

Reviewed: Oct. 9, 2011

I had never thought about putting rosemary and thyme in spaghetti sauce, so I was nervous but curious about this recipe. Taste wise, it was not my favorite spaghetti sauce. However, everyone still ate it, and the leftovers will be used in other dishes. Texture wise, I love it. I will adapt my spaghetti recipe for use in the crockpot. I started from whole tomatoes versus sauce, and cooked on low overnight.

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valerie

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Reviewed: Oct. 7, 2011

I used this recipe as a starter, the sauce was a bit strong at first, but the next day it was great! I added some brown sugar, basil and Italian seasoning to the mix.

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Tre2001

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Glencoe, Minnesota, USA

Living In: Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA

Reviewed: May 4, 2011

This was good with just some tweaks. I didn't use as much spice and it turned out really good.

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JenniferO

Reviewed: Feb. 13, 2011

Too much oregano as recipe is written. Think I'll experiment further on my own.

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JELLYMUFFINS

Reviewed: May 18, 2010

. This recipe at it's best might be comparable. There is nothing special here.

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captkanuck

Reviewed: Jul. 23, 2009

You do not have do be a semi competent cook to realize that this is a flawed recipe!! shame on you people for even wasting time and ingredients.......

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gamby

Reviewed: Apr. 23, 2009

Basic sauce. And it is TEASPOONS. I have a feeling the author must have meant that because dried seasonings are very powerful. And the only reason it was probably overwhelming to anyone else is because they used tablespoons. I don't think this recipe deserves all those negative reviews.

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prplpixyfairy

Home Town: Centennial, Colorado, USA

Reviewed: Jan. 10, 2009

This was the first time I have tried making my own spaghetti sauce since I usually opt for the more convenient jars of sauce. This sauce was very easy to make and was loved by my husband and 2 year old child. I will definitely be saving this recipe for future use.

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