Tomato Sauce
A fresh and flavorful homemade tomato sauce, perfect for enhancing pasta, pizza, and more.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 110kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 carrot grated
- 2 cans 14 oz each crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and grated carrot, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes, stirring to combine.
- Add sugar, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Incorporate fresh basil leaves and dried oregano for flavor.
- If desired, sprinkle red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer, reducing heat to low.
- Let it cook uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 110kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 3g