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Rich Tomato Pasta Sauce
Sauce ★ Easy

Rich Tomato Pasta Sauce

A simple, deeply flavourful tomato sauce that improves with time. Great for pasta, pizza, or as a base for other dishes.

5 min Prep
🍳 35 min Cook
🍽 6 Serves
Easy Difficulty

Nutrition per serving

120 kcal
3.0g Protein
6.0g Fat
14.0g Carbs

Ingredients (serves 6)

  • 2 cans Chopped tomatoes (400g each)
  • 1 Onion, finely diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 1 tsp Dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a heavy-based saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 8–10 minutes until soft and translucent.

  2. 2

    Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Pour in the canned tomatoes. Add sugar and oregano. Season generously with salt and pepper.

  4. 4

    Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cook uncovered for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

  5. 5

    Use as-is for a rustic sauce, or blend smooth with a stick blender. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.