Tomatensahnesauce

Elevate your pasta night with the rich and velvety Tomatensahnesauce, a classic German-inspired tomato cream sauce that pairs luxurious flavors with simple ingredients. This comforting recipe combines sautéed onions and garlic with caramelized tomato paste, infusing the sauce with a deep, savory base. Canned crushed tomatoes lend a luscious texture, while heavy cream and grated Parmesan add a silky smooth finish. Fresh basil leaves provide a fragrant herbaceous note, perfectly balancing the light sweetness from a pinch of sugar. Ready in just 40 minutes, this indulgent sauce is ideal for coating your favorite pasta or serving as a versatile dipping sauce. Whether you're hosting a cozy dinner or simply craving comfort food, Tomatensahnesauce will become a staple in your kitchen repertoire. Keywords: tomato cream sauce, German recipe, Tomatensahnesauce, homemade pasta sauce, creamy tomato sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, chopped onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 15 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.5 cup, grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion to the pan and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, allowing it to slightly caramelize.

Step 5

Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream gradually, mixing until well combined.

Step 7

Add the fresh basil leaves, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir to incorporate.

Step 8

Let the sauce simmer gently on low heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Remove the saucepan from the heat and discard the basil leaves.

Step 10

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it is fully melted and the sauce is creamy.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve warm over pasta or as a dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	945 grams (945.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1477

Total Fat 123.70g	159%
Saturated Fat 61.40g	307%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 285mg	95%
Sodium 2138mg	93%
Total Carbohydrate 54.80g	20%
Dietary Fiber 11.10g	40%
Total Sugars 33.00g
Protein 25.50g	51%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 619mg	48%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 2053mg	44%

*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: 77.6%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 15.3%