Tomato sauce
Tomato sauce is a savory condiment made from tomatoes, often flavored with various herbs and spices. It is commonly used in cooking to add flavor to dishes such as pasta, pizza, and casseroles.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes (800g)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, sugar, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
- Let the sauce simmer for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve the tomato sauce over your favorite pasta or use it as a base for pizza or other dishes.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 144kcal (7%)Carbohydrates: 19g (6%)Protein: 4g (8%)Fat: 8g (12%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 264mg (11%)Potassium: 641mg (18%)Fiber: 5g (21%)Sugar: 11g (12%)Vitamin A: 438IU (9%)Vitamin C: 21mg (25%)Calcium: 90mg (9%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
