Tomato And Basil Sauce Recipe

Elevate your weeknight meal with this vibrant Tomato and Basil Sauce! Bursting with fresh basil and perfectly balanced sweetness, this sauce is the perfect complement to veal, chicken, or your favorite pasta. Easy to make in just 40 minutes, this recipe is a delicious shortcut to restaurant-quality flavor.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 131.7 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tomato And Basil Sauce

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How to Make Tomato And Basil Sauce

  1. Sauté 1 medium onion, finely chopped, in 2 tablespoons of chicken stock until softened but not browned. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  2. In a large saucepan, combine 28 ounces (794g) crushed tomatoes, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 1 teaspoon of brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and cook for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Stir in 1 cup (8 large) fresh basil leaves, torn, during the last minute of cooking. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed (salt and pepper to taste).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

73g

Fat

1g

Carbs

9g