Homemade Tomato Sauce

Transform your culinary creations with this rich and flavorful Homemade Tomato Sauce, a recipe brimming with the robust taste of fresh ripe tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and a medley of Italian herbs. Carefully crafted with wholesome ingredients like basil, oregano, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, this sauce comes together through a slow simmer, allowing its deep, savory flavors to develop to perfection. Perfect for pasta, pizza, or as a base for countless dishes, this versatile tomato sauce is made even more special by the addition of a touch of tomato paste for extra richness. Whether you’re mastering classic Italian recipes or simply looking to elevate your weeknight meals, this easy yet satisfying homemade sauce is a must for your recipe repertoire. Plus, it stores beautifully, meaning you can enjoy fresh, homemade goodness all week long!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2000 grams Fresh ripe tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
• 4 small, minced Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 10 fresh leaves, chopped Basil leaves
• 1 teaspoon Oregano
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the tomatoes. Score a small 'X' on the bottom of each tomato with a sharp knife. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, and carefully lower the tomatoes into the water. Blanch them for about 30 seconds, then quickly transfer them to a bowl of ice water to cool.

Step 2

Once the tomatoes are cooled, peel the skins off using your fingers or a small paring knife. Cut the peeled tomatoes in half and squeeze gently to remove the seeds. Chop the peeled and deseeded tomatoes into small chunks and set aside.

Step 3

In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook, stirring frequently, until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for another minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Step 5

Stir in the chopped tomatoes, along with any juice that collected from cutting, into the saucepan. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Season the sauce with salt, sugar, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste for extra thickness and depth of flavor.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, and let the sauce simmer uncovered for about 60 to 90 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 8

Midway through cooking, add the chopped basil leaves and dried oregano. Stir well to combine and let the flavors meld together.

Step 9

Once the sauce has reached your desired thickness and flavor, remove it from the heat. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Serve immediately with your favorite pasta, or let cool before storing it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2240.9 grams (2240.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	749

Total Fat 32.70g	42%
Saturated Fat 4.50g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2487mg	108%
Total Carbohydrate 109.60g	40%
Dietary Fiber 29.00g	104%
Total Sugars 67.40g
Protein 22.80g	46%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 295mg	23%
Iron 9mg	48%
Potassium 5431mg	116%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.7%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 53.2%