This homemade tomato sauce is simple to make and packed with fresh, bold flavors. Sautéed onions and garlic create a savory base, while crushed tomatoes and basil add richness and depth. It’s perfect for pasta, spaghetti, pizza, or spooned over chicken for a comforting meal.
This homemade tomato sauce is made with canned tomatoes, fresh garlic, basil, parsley, and seasonings. It’s homemade comfort food at it’s best.
This homemade tomato sauce is super versatile and packed with cozy, savory flavor. It’s one of those go-to recipes you’ll find endless ways to use, like in these recipes!
Keep leftover homemade tomato sauce in a covered container or mason jar in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze in zippered bags for up to 3 months.
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This homemade tomato sauce is rich, fresh, and full of bold flavor. It’s perfect for pasta, spaghetti, chicken, or pizza!
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Saucepan or Dutch oven
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 28 ounces canned whole tomatoes with juices, 1 can
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- salt and pepper to taste
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In a pot, combine olive oil and onion over medium heat. Cook until onions start to soften. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
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Gently mash the tomatoes with your hands and add to the pan with juices. Stir in basil.
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Simmer 20 minutes, adding water if needed to reach desired consistency. Optional: Once thickened, use an immersion blender to blend the sauce to desired consistency.
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Stir in parsley. Taste sauce and season with add salt & pepper.
Simmer to thicken to desired consistency.
The acidity of tomatoes can vary based on brand. If your tomato sauce is acidic, add 1/2 teaspoon of sugar or 1/4 cup grated carrots.
Sauce can be left slightly chunky or blended smooth with a hand blender or a blender.
If using a blender, be sure not to place the lid on tightly or the steam could cause it to burst open.
Keep leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days. This sauce freezes well and will last for 3 months in the freezer.
Calories: 110 | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 286mg | Potassium: 413mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 316IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 73mg | Iron: 2mg
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
Course Pasta, Sauce
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