Garden Tomato Sauce Recipe

This vibrant garden tomato sauce is bursting with fresh flavor and perfect for elevating your favorite dishes! Imagine succulent pork chops, tender ribs, juicy burgers, or a comforting pot roast, all glistening with this incredibly flavorful sauce. Its rich taste and long-lasting quality make it a kitchen staple. Don't forget to baste your meat often for maximum deliciousness!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 249.9 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Garden Tomato Sauce

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How to Make Garden Tomato Sauce

  1. Sauté 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, in 2 tablespoons olive oil until softened (about 5 minutes).
  2. Add 2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Stir well.
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently, until the sauce has thickened and most of the liquid has evaporated (approximately 30-40 minutes).
  4. Stir in 1 green bell pepper, chopped. Continue to simmer until the sauce reaches your desired consistency (about 5-10 minutes).
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve over your favorite meat dishes and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

96g

Fat

9g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Garden Tomato Sauce?

Garden Tomato Sauce takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Garden Tomato Sauce?

Garden Tomato Sauce has approximately 249.9 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 21 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Garden Tomato Sauce?

The key ingredients for Garden Tomato Sauce are Onions, Garlic Cloves, Vegetable Oil, Tomatoes, Brown Sugar, White Vinegar. See the full list with measurements above.

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