Romantic Garlic Tomato Sauce Recipe

Fall in love with this signature garlic tomato sauce! Its irresistible aroma will fill your kitchen, creating a romantic ambiance and building anticipation for a delicious meal. Light yet incredibly flavorful, this sauce is perfect served over your favorite pasta. Enjoy it on its own or elevate it with meatballs or Italian sausage. This easy recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 100 mins
Calories 122.2 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 4.7 (12 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Romantic Garlic Tomato Sauce

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How to Make Romantic Garlic Tomato Sauce

  1. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to a cold, large frying pan.
  2. Heat over medium-high heat.
  3. Do not brown the garlic! Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Add one (28 ounce) can of crushed tomatoes, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 cup of fresh basil, chopped.
  5. Bring to a boil.
  6. Add 1/2 cup of water.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  8. Remove the lid and continue to simmer for another 30 minutes, or until the sauce has reduced by half.
  9. When ready to serve, garnish each plate with the remaining 1/2 cup of fresh basil, chopped.
  10. Serve over your favorite pasta shape.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

42 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

5g

Carbs

4g

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