Homemade Tomato Sauce: Skip the Store and Make Your Own!
2Homemade Tomato Sauce: Skip the Store and Make Your Own!
Looking for a rich and flavorful homemade tomato sauce? This simple recipe features all the essentials for a perfect Italian-style sauce. Let us know if there’s a dish you’d like to see us make next!
Ingredients:
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
• 20 fresh tomatoes (or canned crushed tomatoes if preferred)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
• 1 tbsp dried oregano
• 1 tbsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 1.5 tsp sea salt (to taste)
• 1 tsp black pepper (to taste)
Instructions:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
2. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant.
3. Add the fresh tomatoes (or canned crushed tomatoes) to the pot. If using fresh tomatoes, you may want to peel and crush them by hand or use a blender.
4. Stir in the tomato paste and mix well, ensuring it's evenly distributed in the sauce.
5. Add the sugar (if using), oregano, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together to combine.
6. Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 1.5-2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes. The sauce should thicken and develop a rich, deep flavor.
7. For a smoother consistency, blend the sauce with an immersion blender if desired.
8. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
9. Let the sauce cool and store in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for long-term storage.
This delicious homemade tomato sauce is perfect for pasta, pizza, or any dish that needs a rich, savory base. Enjoy this easy