Italian
Yield: 4-6
Author: Tammy Nichols
Basic Italian Pasta Sauce - Master Cookbook Recipe # 81
A quick, vibrant tomato sauce featuring fresh Roma tomatoes and garlic.
This is recipe #81 in Tammy’s Master Cookbook.
Prep time: 10 minCook time: 15 minTotal time: 25 min
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Ingredients
- The Base:
- 28 oz. can crushed tomatoes
- 3 Roma tomatoes, chopped
- Seasonings & Aromatics:
- 1/2 medium onion, chopped
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- The Finish:
- 2 cloves garlic, pressed
Instructions
- Simmer: In a saucepan, combine the crushed tomatoes, chopped Roma tomatoes, chopped onion, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
- Cook: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to allow the flavors to meld and the fresh tomatoes to soften.
- The Garlic Finish: Once the sauce has simmered, stir in the pressed garlic cloves. Adding the garlic at the end keeps its flavor bright and aromatic.
- Combine: Add your prepared Italian meatballs to the sauce and stir gently to coat.
- Serve: Ladle the sauce and meatballs over a bed of hot pasta. Top with plenty of shredded mozzarella cheese for the perfect finish.
Notes
Tammy’s Tip: The pinch of sugar is the secret to balancing the acidity of the canned and fresh tomatoes, giving you that smooth, old-fashioned taste every time!
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Nutrition Facts
Calories
84Fat
1 gSat. Fat
0 gCarbs
19 gFiber
5 gNet carbs
15 gSugar
12 gProtein
4 gSodium
556 mgCholesterol
0 mg