Authentic Italian Sunday Sauce Recipe
A rich, hearty sauce made from the freshest ingredients, perfect for pasta nights and versatile enough for various dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoonsolive oil
- 1medium onion, finely chopped
- 4garlic cloves, minced
- 2cans (28 oz each) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoonstomato paste
- 1 teaspoonsugar (optional, to balance acidity)
- 1 teaspoondried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoonred pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, torn
Instructions
- To start, heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Once shimmering, add the finely chopped onion and sauté until soft and golden, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and stir for about 1 minute, until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes along with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir well to combine.
- Lower the heat and allow the sauce to simmer gently for 45 minutes to an hour, stirring occasionally.
- Just before serving, stir in the fresh basil leaves and adjust seasoning as necessary.
Notes
The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Calories: Approximately 200 per serving
- Protein: 3 g