Tomato Sauce for Pastas

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Elevate your pasta night with this hearty and flavorful homemade Tomato Sauce for Pastas, a versatile kitchen staple brimming with rich, comforting flavors. Crafted with ingredients like sweet, sautéed onions, aromatic garlic, and a blend of crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, this classic recipe achieves a perfect balance of savory and slightly tangy notes. Seasoned with Italian herbs like oregano and basil, a touch of sugar for balance, and optional red chili flakes for a subtle kick, this sauce simmers to perfection in just 35 minutes. Serve it over your favorite pasta or save it for meal prep—it's freezer-friendly and tastes even better the next day. Simple, wholesome, and utterly delicious, this tomato sauce will become your go-to recipe for all your pasta cravings.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 35 min
• Total Time: 45 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned or fresh)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional)

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.

2. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened and translucent.

3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, being careful not to let it burn.

4. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and sugar to the pan. Stir to combine the ingredients well.

5. Season with dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and optional red chili flakes. Mix thoroughly.

6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let the sauce simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

7. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed.

8. If using, stir in the fresh chopped basil leaves in the last 2 minutes of cooking for added freshness.

9. Remove the sauce from heat and serve immediately over your favorite cooked pasta. Alternatively, let it cool and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (246.9g)

Calories		130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		7.2 g	9%
	Saturated Fat	1.0 g	5%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		263 mg	11%
Total Carbohydrate		15.8 g	6%
	Dietary Fiber	3.5 g	12%
	Total Sugars	9.1 g
Protein		2.7 g	5%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		46 mg	4%
Iron		1.5 mg	8%
Potassium		464 mg	10%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 255 cal (46.6%%)

Protein: 42 cal (7.7%%)

Carbs: 251 cal (45.8%%)