Tomato Sauce for Pastas

Elevate your pasta night with this hearty and flavorful homemade Tomato Sauce for Pastas, a versatile kitchen staple brimming with rich, comforting flavors. Crafted with ingredients like sweet, sautéed onions, aromatic garlic, and a blend of crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, this classic recipe achieves a perfect balance of savory and slightly tangy notes. Seasoned with Italian herbs like oregano and basil, a touch of sugar for balance, and optional red chili flakes for a subtle kick, this sauce simmers to perfection in just 35 minutes. Serve it over your favorite pasta or save it for meal prep—it's freezer-friendly and tastes even better the next day. Simple, wholesome, and utterly delicious, this tomato sauce will become your go-to recipe for all your pasta cravings.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned or fresh)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 4

Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and sugar to the pan. Stir to combine the ingredients well.

Step 5

Season with dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and optional red chili flakes. Mix thoroughly.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let the sauce simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 8

If using, stir in the fresh chopped basil leaves in the last 2 minutes of cooking for added freshness.

Step 9

Remove the sauce from heat and serve immediately over your favorite cooked pasta. Alternatively, let it cool and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	987.9 grams (987.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	525

Total Fat 29.40g	38%
Saturated Fat 4.40g	22%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1273mg	55%
Total Carbohydrate 61.40g	22%
Dietary Fiber 14.20g	51%
Total Sugars 36.00g
Protein 10.20g	20%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 179mg	14%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 1888mg	40%

*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: 48.0%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 44.6%