Homemade Tomato Sauce
A classic and versatile sauce made with ripe tomatoes, garlic, and herbs, simmered to perfection. Ideal for pasta, pizza, or as a base for other dishes, this homemade tomato sauce offers rich flavor with simple ingredients.
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Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion medium, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 lbs tomatoes fresh, peeled and chopped or canned crushed
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 cup fresh basil chopped (or 1 tbsp dried basil)
- 1 tsp sugar optional, to balance acidity
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the tomatoes, salt, pepper, oregano, and sugar (if using). Stir to combine.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 35–40 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
- Stir in chopped fresh basil during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Use immediately or cool and store.
Notes
This sauce can be frozen for up to 3 months. Try adding a pinch of chili flakes for extra heat.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 1.7gFat: 4.6gSaturated Fat: 0.6gSodium: 417mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5.5g