Ingredients for Romantic Garlic Tomato Sauce
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How to Make Romantic Garlic Tomato Sauce
- Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to a cold, large frying pan.
- Heat over medium-high heat.
- Do not brown the garlic! Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add one (28 ounce) can of crushed tomatoes, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 cup of fresh basil, chopped.
- Bring to a boil.
- Add 1/2 cup of water.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the lid and continue to simmer for another 30 minutes, or until the sauce has reduced by half.
- When ready to serve, garnish each plate with the remaining 1/2 cup of fresh basil, chopped.
- Serve over your favorite pasta shape.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
42 g
Sugar
29g
Fat
5g
Carbs
4g