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Authentic Italian Tomato Sauce Recipe

A classic, rich tomato sauce perfect for pasta and more.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 800 g canned tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 handful fresh basil, chopped

Instructions 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add the canned tomatoes, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
  5. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  6. Stir in the chopped fresh basil just before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Tomato Sauce
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