Magic Fresh Tomato Spaghetti Pasta Or Pizza Sauce Recipe

Transform ordinary tomatoes into extraordinary sauce with this magical recipe! Skip the tedious peeling and chopping – whole, unpeeled tomatoes simmer to perfection, then effortlessly become seed-free, peel-free magic in your blender. This method retains vital nutrients from the skins, creating a vibrant sauce bursting with fresh tomato flavor. Customize it to your liking: smooth or chunky, meaty or vegetarian, low-sodium or bursting with flavor. Perfect for hiding extra veggies in kid-friendly meals! Use your best, vine-ripened tomatoes – garden-fresh or from a local farmer's market – for the best results. This recipe is a framework, so adjust seasonings to your taste!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 140 mins
Calories 81.5 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 4.4 (11 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Magic Fresh Tomato Spaghetti Pasta Or Pizza Sauce

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How to Make Magic Fresh Tomato Spaghetti Pasta Or Pizza Sauce

  1. Wash 2 pounds of fresh, vine-ripened tomatoes.
  2. Place tomatoes in a large pot. Add 1 medium onion, roughly chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, salt and pepper to taste. Add 1/2 cup water.
  3. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, partially covered. Cook for 60-90 minutes, or until tomatoes are very soft.
  4. Carefully transfer the cooked tomatoes to a blender. Add a splash of the cooking liquid to help blend easily.
  5. Blend until completely smooth (or leave slightly chunky).
  6. Pour the blended mixture into a fine-mesh strainer placed over a bowl. Press the sauce through the strainer to remove seeds and skins.
  7. Return the strained sauce to the pot. Simmer uncovered for an additional 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally, to reduce and concentrate flavor. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  8. Serve over your favorite pasta or use as a pizza sauce. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

2g

Carbs

3g

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