I think spaghetti sauce in a jar is one of the best scams out there. With all the choices of canned tomatoes and sauces, it’s so easy to make your own version-minus the high sugar,salt,  and no preservatives, and your own flavor. It can be done in about 30-45 minutes if you start your noodles when it starts to simmer.

My family likes a good meaty sauce. You can use hamburger for a milder flavor, I like to use a sweet Italian sausage for a sweeter sauce. Hot Italian sausage would make a good spicy variation as well. Always use tomatoes with no added salt if you can find them. It helps to control your salt intake at least a little. One of the best things about spaghetti is you can mix up the spices and adjust according to your taste but probably won’t ruin the dish.

Brown in saucepan at medium heat:

use 1/2 tblsp olive oil if using a lower fat meat

1- 1 1/2 lbs hamburger or sweet Italian sausage

Add and cook until soft:

1 small onion, diced

1/2 cup green bell pepper,diced (optional)

2 cloves garlic, minced

Add:

1 large (29 oz) can tomato sauce

1 regular (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes

2 tsp dried basil

2 tsp dried oregano

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp sugar (helps the acidity of the tomatoes)

simmer on low heat for at least 15 minutes, 30-45 will blend the flavors better. Serve over your favorite spaghetti noodle. Try a whole wheat pasta for added flavor and healthy option.