Tomato Sauce

Make a Tomato Sauce for your pasta and meats with this simple and easy recipe!

Tomato Sauce

Recipe by Caion Alves
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

20

minutes

To make this Tomato Sauce, we used the ingredients below and the step-by-step instructions.

Ingredients

  • 1 kg of ripe tomatoes

  • 1 medium onion, chopped

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon of sugar

  • salt to taste

  • pepper to taste

  • Fresh basil leaves (optional)

Directions

  • Wash the tomatoes well and make an “X” cut in the bottom of each one.
  • In a large pot, bring water to boil. 
    Add the tomatoes and let them cook for about 1 minute.
  • Remove the tomatoes from the boiling water and place them in a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Remove the skin from the tomatoes by pulling it from the “X” cut. 
    Cut the tomatoes in half and remove the seeds.
  • In a large pan, heat the oil over medium heat. 
    Add chopped onion and garlic and sauté until soft and lightly browned.
  • Add chopped tomatoes to the pan and stir well. 
    Let it cook over low heat for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Mash the tomatoes with a wooden spoon or use a hand mixer for a smoother consistency.
  • Season the sauce with salt, pepper and sugar. 
    Adjust the amounts according to your personal taste.
  • If desired, add some fresh basil leaves to the sauce and let it cook for a few more minutes.
  • Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool slightly before using. 
    You can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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