Authentic Italian Tomato Sauce Recipe

Discover the taste of Italy with this authentic tomato sauce recipe, passed down through generations! This rich and flavorful sauce, simmered for three hours, is a family favorite. Perfect for pairing with your favorite meatballs (recipe available separately) or Italian sausage, this sauce is guaranteed to be a culinary masterpiece. Get ready to experience the true taste of Nona's kitchen!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 200 mins
Calories 145.4 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for Authentic Italian Tomato Sauce

  • Tomato Puree
  • 2 (28-ounce) cans plum tomatoes or 6 pounds fresh plum tomatoes
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 large onion
  • Cloves
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Cheese
  • 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley

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How to Make Authentic Italian Tomato Sauce

  1. Finely chop 1 large onion and 4 cloves garlic. Sauté in 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until softened (about 5 minutes).
  2. Crush 2 (28-ounce) cans of plum tomatoes by hand in a large bowl. You can also use 6 pounds of fresh plum tomatoes, roughly chopped.
  3. Add the crushed tomatoes, 1 (15-ounce) can of tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley to the pot.
  4. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 3 hours, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the richer the flavor will become!
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

50g

Fat

6g

Carbs

7g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Authentic Italian Tomato Sauce?

Authentic Italian Tomato Sauce takes about 220 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 200 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Authentic Italian Tomato Sauce?

Authentic Italian Tomato Sauce has approximately 145.4 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Authentic Italian Tomato Sauce?

The key ingredients for Authentic Italian Tomato Sauce are Tomato Puree, Plum Tomatoes, Garlic, Onion, Cloves, Basil. See the full list with measurements above.

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