Tomato Wine Sauce Recipe

Transform simple ingredients into a rich and flavorful Tomato Wine Sauce! This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and freezes beautifully for future meals. Made with pantry staples, this versatile sauce elevates any pasta dish, from spaghetti and gnocchi to pierogies and sausages. Inspired by Taste of Home, this recipe is a keeper!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 135 mins
Calories 87.6 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tomato Wine Sauce

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How to Make Tomato Wine Sauce

  1. Sauté 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, in 2 tablespoons olive oil over low heat for 15 minutes, until very soft and limp. Do not brown.
  2. Add 1 teaspoon dried sage and sauté for 5 minutes more.
  3. Pour in 28 ounces (one 28-ounce can) crushed tomatoes and 1/2 cup dry red wine. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
  4. Cover and simmer for 60-90 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Uncover and simmer for an additional 10-20 minutes, or until the sauce reaches your desired thickness.
  6. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve over your favorite pasta, gnocchi, pierogies, or alongside sausages. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

2g

Carbs

3g