Pasta Sauce 1
Elevate your pasta nights with "Pasta Sauce 1," a versatile and easy-to-make homemade sauce that's packed with flavor and ready in just 40 minutes. Made with a perfectly balanced blend of crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic, and aromatic herbs like oregano and basil, this sauce delivers rich, comforting flavor in every bite. A touch of sugar smooths out the acidity of the tomatoes, while a splash of water or vegetable broth ensures the ideal consistency. Finished with the optional freshness of chopped basil, this sauce is as vibrant as it is delicious. Whether paired with spaghetti, penne, or your favorite pasta, this recipe is a go-to for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Perfect for those seeking a quick, crowd-pleasing tomato sauce that's both hearty and customizable!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup Water or vegetable broth
- 1 handful Fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, and ground black pepper to the pan. Stir well to combine.
Pour in the water or vegetable broth to thin the sauce slightly and stir until smooth.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or sugar to balance the flavors.
If desired, stir in freshly chopped basil just before serving for extra freshness and aroma.
Serve the sauce hot over your favorite pasta and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
583 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1753 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.5 g | ||
| Protein | 15.2 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 455 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2744 mg | 58% | |
*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.
