Cpk Thick Tomato Sauce
Elevate your Italian-inspired dishes with this rich and flavorful CPK Thick Tomato Sauce, a perfect blend of pantry staples and aromatic herbs. Crafted with hearty crushed tomatoes, a dollop of tomato paste, and a medley of dried basil, oregano, and a touch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat, this sauce achieves its signature thickness through slow simmering for a deeper, more concentrated flavor. Sautéed onions and garlic form a savory foundation, while a hint of sugar enhances the natural sweetness of the tomatoes. Finish it with freshly chopped basil and an optional sprinkle of Parmesan cheese to add a gourmet touch. Whether ladled over pasta, spread as a pizza base, or served as a dipping sauce for breadsticks, this versatile tomato sauce offers a restaurant-quality taste with every bite. Easy to prepare and perfect for make-ahead meals, it’s a must-have recipe for your kitchen repertoire! Keywords: thick tomato sauce, Italian sauce recipe, homemade tomato sauce, pasta sauce, pizza sauce, easy tomato sauce, California-inspired recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes (canned)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the finely diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried basil, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot slightly ajar to allow steam to escape and let the sauce thicken, stirring occasionally, for about 30 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Optionally, stir in grated Parmesan cheese for extra richness.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh chopped basil leaves before serving.
Serve warm over pasta, as a pizza base, or as a dipping sauce for breadsticks. Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
957 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.9 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.3 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 36 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 3106 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.1 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.4 g | ||
| Protein | 36.9 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 884 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2340 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
