The Best Pasta Sauces

We tried 184; only these 13, priced for every budget, made the cut.

Traditional Tomato

$3 and Under

Classico Marinara With Plum Tomatoes & Olive Oil
Many inexpensive marinara sauces taste like glorified ketchup. This one sets itself apart with chunks of tomatoes and a not-too-sweet flavor. “Dump it on a bowl of macaroni and you’re done,” said one mom.
To buy: $3 for 24 ounces.