Slow Roasted Tomato Sauce
Experience the rich, concentrated flavors of homemade Slow Roasted Tomato Sauce, a culinary masterpiece crafted from caramelized Roma tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fresh herbs like thyme and basil. This slow-roasting technique at a low temperature brings out the sweet, tangy essence of the tomatoes, enhanced with a hint of sugar and optional red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Blended to your desired texture—silky smooth or delightfully chunky—this versatile sauce is perfect for pasta, pizza, or as a gourmet condiment. With just 15 minutes of prep and a hands-off roasting process, this recipe will elevate your kitchen game and provide a freezer-friendly staple for quick, flavorful meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Roma tomatoes
- 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 6 whole Garlic cloves
- 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
Wash the Roma tomatoes and cut them in half lengthwise. Remove the cores and place the tomatoes cut-side up on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Drizzle the tomatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and sugar. Optionally, sprinkle red pepper flakes for a hint of heat.
Scatter the whole garlic cloves and thyme sprigs evenly around the tomatoes.
Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast for 2 hours, or until the tomatoes are soft, caramelized, and slightly shriveled.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and discard the thyme sprigs. Let the tomatoes cool slightly.
Transfer the roasted tomatoes, garlic cloves, and any juices from the baking sheet to a blender or food processor. Add the fresh basil leaves and the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Blend until smooth for a silky sauce, or pulse a few times for a chunkier texture.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Serve immediately over cooked pasta or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also freeze the sauce for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
677 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.9 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2411 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.9 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 2260 mg | 48% | |
*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.
