Description

This My Favorite Tomato Sauce boasts an irresistible flavor profile, featuring fresh garlic, vibrant tomatoes, and aromatic basil. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a comforting meal any day of the week, it’s easy to make and delicious for all pasta lovers!

Ingredients

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¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
8–10 garlic cloves, peeled
1 medium yellow onion, peeled and halved lengthwise
1 (28-ounce) can crushed san marzano tomatoes
1 (28-ounce) can whole san marzano tomatoes
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into cubes
1–2 ounces fresh basil, stems and leaves
2–3 parmigiano-reggiano cheese rinds
½ teaspoon dried oregano, optional
pinch dried red pepper flakes
kosher salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste

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Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add whole garlic cloves and sauté for 8-10 minutes until golden, stirring occasionally.
Add onion halves, cut-side down, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Reduce heat to low, add both cans of tomatoes (rinse cans with a splash of water and add the juice).
Stir in butter, cheese rinds, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Lightly crush basil stems and tuck them into the sauce.
Bring to a very low boil, then reduce to a low simmer. Cook uncovered for 30-60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove onion, cheese rinds, and bulky basil stems. Use a fork to crush garlic and stir it back into the sauce. Adjust the consistency and seasoning as needed.
For serving, toss sauce with pasta, add a splash of starchy water if needed, and finish with fresh basil, a drizzle of olive oil, and grated Parmigiano-Reggiano.

Notes

For a deeper flavor, allow the sauce to simmer longer, up to 60 minutes.
Feel free to adjust salt and pepper to your taste preferences.
This sauce stores well in the fridge for up to a week and freezes beautifully.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Calories: 150
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 10mg