San Marzano Tomato Basil Sauce
Elevate your Italian-inspired dishes with the rich and vibrant flavors of San Marzano Tomato Basil Sauce, a simple yet luxurious homemade sauce bursting with authenticity. Crafted with prized San Marzano tomatoes, this recipe delivers a perfectly balanced blend of sweetness and acidity, complemented by aromatic fresh basil, a hint of garlic, and a touch of dried oregano. A quick sauté of onions and garlic in extra virgin olive oil builds the flavorful base, while a simmering process creates a velvety texture ideal for pasta, pizza, or dipping. Ready in under an hour, this versatile sauce includes optional red pepper flakes for a mild heat kick and a touch of sugar to balance acidity. Whether you're curating a classic Italian dinner or meal-prepping for the week, this sauce is a must-have staple in your culinary repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 28 oz can San Marzano tomatoes (whole, peeled)
- 3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 0.25 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Granulated sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
Instructions
Pour the entire can of San Marzano tomatoes into a large bowl. Crush the tomatoes with your hands or use a potato masher to break them into smaller pieces. Set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent and softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the crushed tomatoes to the saucepan, along with their juice.
Stir in the fresh basil leaves, dried oregano, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the sauce uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed. If it tastes too acidic, stir in the granulated sugar.
Once the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, remove it from heat.
Serve immediately over pasta, pizza, or as a dipping sauce, or let it cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
679 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.9 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2527 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.8 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.0 g | ||
| Protein | 11.7 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 2543 mg | 54% | |
*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.
