Tomato and Basil Sauce
Elevate your favorite Italian dishes with this rich and flavorful Tomato and Basil Sauce that embodies simplicity and authenticity. Made with just a handful of wholesome ingredients like sweet yellow onion, fragrant garlic, canned whole peeled tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves, this recipe promises a robust, homemade charm in every spoonful. The sauce simmers to perfection in under 30 minutes, achieving a velvety texture and a delightful balance of acidity and natural sweetness, with a touch of optional sugar if desired. Ideal for pairing with pasta, spreading on pizza, or serving as a versatile base for countless recipes, this classic sauce will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Italy. Quick to prepare, endlessly customizable, and bursting with fresh basil aroma, it’s a must-have for your weekly dinner rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces canned whole peeled tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn it.
Add the canned whole peeled tomatoes along with their juices. Use a wooden spoon or potato masher to break up the tomatoes into smaller chunks.
Add the salt, and if desired, stir in the sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes.
Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer gently for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Stir in the chopped basil leaves and black pepper, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary. Serve warm over pasta, pizza, or use as a base for other recipes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
527 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.8 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3359 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.2 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.9 g | ||
| Protein | 8.6 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 180 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1537 mg | 33% | |
*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.
