Pasta Sauce Provencale
Celebrate the vibrant flavors of southern France with this irresistible Pasta Sauce Provençale, a versatile and aromatic tomato-based sauce brimming with fresh Mediterranean ingredients. Crafted with sweet yellow onions, pungent garlic, and plump diced tomatoes, this recipe is elevated by the briny tang of black olives and capers, the earthy charm of Herbes de Provence, and a hint of crushed red pepper flakes for subtle heat. A touch of sugar balances the bold acidity of the tomatoes, while freshly chopped basil leaves lend a fragrant, herbaceous finish. Perfect for topping al dente pasta or as a flavorful addition to your favorite dishes, this sauce takes just 10 minutes to prep and delivers rich, slow-simmered perfection in under an hour. Impress your guests with this simple yet sophisticated taste of Provence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 0.333 cup, sliced black olives
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1.5 teaspoons dried Herbes de Provence
- 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 cup, chopped fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan or skillet over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped yellow onion to the pan. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes with their juices and stir in the tomato paste until well combined.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes to reduce slightly, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the sliced black olives, capers, Herbes de Provence, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Sprinkle in the sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for an additional 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to develop flavors.
Just before serving, stir in the freshly chopped basil leaves for a burst of freshness.
Serve the sauce warm over your choice of cooked pasta or use it as a topping for other dishes. Garnish with additional basil, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
892 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.7 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.3 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 4154 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.1 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.4 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.1 g | ||
| Protein | 11.3 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 356 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 2148 mg | 46% | |
*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.
