A rich and flavorful Italian pasta sauce made from tomatoes, garlic, onions, and herbs. Perfect for any pasta dish and easy to prepare.
Preparation time
10min
Cooking time
30min
Ingredients
6 Servings
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 800 grams canned tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 10 leaves fresh basil
- 4 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 4
Pour in the crushed canned tomatoes and stir in the tomato paste.
Step 5
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Step 6
Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 7
Adjust seasoning if needed. Stir in the chopped fresh basil leaves before serving.