Homemade Tomato Sauce Recipe: Rich and Italian-Inspired
Homemade Tomato Sauce with a rich, Italian-inspired flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs fresh tomatoes chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp sugar optional
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional
- Optional: Fresh basil leaves
- Suggested Pairings: Red wine pasta
Instructions
- Chop tomatoes; optionally blanch and peel.
- Sauté onion in olive oil 5–6 min; add garlic for 1 min.
- Add tomato paste, tomatoes, sugar, salt, pepper, and herbs; taste and adjust.
- Simmer 25–30 min until thickened.
- Blend for a smooth sauce or leave chunky.
- Serve in a white ceramic bowl with basil.
Notes
- Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
- Store in fridge for 5 days or freeze for 3 months.
- Try a creamy or roasted variation.
- Pair with crusty bread.