Tomato Basil Sauce

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Saramin (@678sarin)
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A simple and flavorful tomato basil sauce perfect for pasta.

Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
20min
Total Time
30min
Tomato Basil Sauce recipe

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = sauce for one serving of pasta)
  • 2tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1piece
    onion
  • 2clove
    garlic
  • 41 1/3cup
    tomatoes
  • 1tsp
    dried oregano
  • 1/2tsp
    salt
  • 1/4tsp
    ground black pepper
  • 1/2cup
    fresh basil leaves

How to make Tomato Basil Sauce

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

  2. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

  3. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.

  4. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper.

  5. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.

  6. Stir in the basil and serve over your favorite pasta.

Tips & Tricks

  1. For a smoother sauce, blend the tomatoes before adding them to the saucepan.

  2. Adjust the seasoning to taste, adding more salt or pepper if desired.

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My name is Saramin is a culinary enthusiast with a flair for transforming everyday ingredients into delightful, flavour-packed dishes. Passionate about home cooking, Sarin specializes...

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