Ingredients for Tomato Sauce
- 2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
- 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- for serving, to taste
- for serving, to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped (equivalent to 1 teaspoon dried basil in recipe)
- 1 teaspoon salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 1/2 lbs ground meat (optional)
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How to Make Tomato Sauce
- Finely chop the onion and garlic.
- In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, salt, oregano, and basil. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 3 hours, or up to 4 hours, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the richer the flavor will be.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more salt, sugar, or herbs to your liking.
- Once the sauce has reached your desired consistency, remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
12 g
Sugar
35g
Fat
7g
Carbs
5g
