Fresh Tomato Sauce With Fennel And Orange Recipe

Bursting with fresh garden flavor! This vibrant tomato sauce, adapted from Cook's Illustrated, combines the sweetness of ripe tomatoes with the subtle anise notes of fennel and a bright citrusy kick from orange zest. A perfect sauce for pasta, pizza, or roasted vegetables. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 207.7 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fresh Tomato Sauce With Fennel And Orange

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How to Make Fresh Tomato Sauce With Fennel And Orange

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the fennel and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the chopped tomatoes, orange zest, and oregano. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  5. Stir in the orange juice and cook for another 5 minutes.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Stir in fresh basil before serving.
  7. Serve over your favorite pasta, use as a pizza sauce, or drizzle over roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

39g

Fat

9g

Carbs

6g