Easy But Super Good Tomato Sauce Recipe

This ridiculously easy tomato sauce recipe delivers big on flavor! I tweaked an online find to perfection. Fresh thyme and oregano elevate this sauce to another level, but Italian seasoning works in a pinch. Ready in just 10 minutes, it's perfect for pasta, pizza, or as a quick weeknight meal.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Calories 28 kcal

Protein 1g

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Ingredients for Easy But Super Good Tomato Sauce

Tomato Sauce
Stewed Tomatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
Italian Seasoning
2 cloves garlic, minced

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How to Make Easy But Super Good Tomato Sauce

Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, salt, pepper, and fresh thyme and oregano (or Italian seasoning).
Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened and flavors have melded.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve immediately over your favorite pasta or use as a pizza sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy But Super Good Tomato Sauce?

Easy But Super Good Tomato Sauce takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy But Super Good Tomato Sauce?

Easy But Super Good Tomato Sauce has approximately 28 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy But Super Good Tomato Sauce?

The key ingredients for Easy But Super Good Tomato Sauce are Tomato Sauce, Stewed Tomatoes, Olive Oil, Italian Seasoning, Garlic. See the full list with measurements above.