Ingredients for Tomato Sauce
- 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
- Whole Tomatoes
- Oregano
- Dried Leaf Basil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Pepper
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- Garlic Cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
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How to Make Tomato Sauce
- Sauté 4 cloves minced garlic and 1 medium onion, chopped, in 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste and 1 cup water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add one (28-ounce) can of whole peeled tomatoes, undrained, plus 1/2 cup of the tomato juice from the can.
- Add the following ingredients: 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity), 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat).
- Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 2 hours, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the richer the flavor will be!
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
87 g
Sugar
50g
Fat
1g
Carbs
6g