Ingredients for Basic Tomato Sauce Pomodoro
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, to taste
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How to Make Basic Tomato Sauce Pomodoro
- In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned (about 1-2 minutes).
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low.
- Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has slightly thickened and the flavors have melded. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Stir in the sugar and season generously with salt to taste. The sugar balances the acidity of the tomatoes.
- Once the sauce has cooled completely, transfer it to airtight containers.
- Refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 1 month.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
1 g
Sugar
90g
Fat
8g
Carbs
11g