Sweet Pasta Sauce
Transform your pasta night with this irresistible Sweet Pasta Sauce, a perfect balance of tangy tomatoes and a subtle touch of sweetness. Made with pantry staples like crushed tomatoes, garlic, and onion, this rich sauce gets its unique flavor from a hint of sugar, aromatic herbs like basil and oregano, and the optional addition of velvety heavy cream for a creamy finish. Simmered to perfection in just under an hour, this comforting sauce is easy to prepare yet bursting with homemade flavor. Serve it over your favorite pasta for an Italian-inspired dinner that’s sure to impress. Ideal for meal preppers, it stores beautifully in the fridge for up to four days. Whether you’re seeking a family-friendly meal or a versatile base for creative dishes, this sweet pasta sauce is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons Sugar
- 2 teaspoons Basil leaves, fresh or dried
- 1 teaspoon Oregano, dried
- 1 unit Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large saucepan over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, sauté the minced garlic and chopped onion until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and sugar, mixing until incorporated.
Add the basil, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to blend the flavors together.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let the sauce simmer for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove the bay leaf.
If a creamier sauce is desired, stir in the heavy cream during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
Serve hot over your favorite pasta. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
883 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.5 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.2 g | 91% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2483 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 100.8 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.2 g | ||
| Protein | 12.2 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2415 mg | 51% | |
*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.
