Sbarro Tomato Sauce
Recreate the flavors of your favorite pizzeria at home with this irresistible Sbarro Tomato Sauce recipe! Crafted with a rich blend of crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a medley of aromatic herbs like dried basil, oregano, and fresh parsley, this sauce delivers the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet. Sautéed onions and garlic form the flavorful base, while a sprinkling of red pepper flakes adds a touch of heat. Simmered to perfection in just 30 minutes, this versatile sauce is ideal for pasta, pizza, or even as a dipping companion for breadsticks. Whether you're hosting a cozy family dinner or meal prepping for the week, this restaurant-inspired tomato sauce will bring bold, homemade taste to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes (canned)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil, torn
- 0.5 cup Water
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped yellow onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and 1/2 cup of water to the saucepan, stirring to combine.
Season the sauce by adding dried basil, dried oregano, granulated sugar, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid sticking. The sauce should thicken slightly as it cooks.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or sugar, if needed.
Once the sauce is thick and flavorful, stir in the fresh parsley and torn basil leaves.
Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
Serve with your favorite pasta, use as a pizza base, or enjoy as a dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
91 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.8 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 493 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 358 mg | 8% | |
*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.
