Tomato Wine Sauce
Elevate your culinary creations with this rich and savory Tomato Wine Sauce, a versatile recipe perfect for pasta, grilled meats, or as a decadent dip for crusty bread. This homemade sauce blends the sweetness of crushed tomatoes with the deep, robust flavor of dry red wine, creating a perfect balance of acidity and richness. Aromatic notes of sautéed onions, garlic, and a medley of dried herbs like oregano and basil infuse the sauce with irresistible flavor, while a hint of red pepper flakes lends subtle, warming heat. Simmered to perfection in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make sauce is finished with optional fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Indulge in this restaurant-quality tomato-based wine sauce, a perfect match for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, red wine, and tomato paste. Stir well to combine.
Add the sugar, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or sugar if desired.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley, if using.
Serve warm over pasta, with grilled meats, or as a dip for bread. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
727 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1288 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.7 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2589 mg | 55% | |
*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.
