Homemade Pasta Sauce
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of homemade pasta sauce, crafted from ripe tomatoes, fresh herbs, and garlic. This easy-to-make sauce will elevate your pasta dishes and bring warmth to your family gatherings. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a simple weeknight meal, it’s a delightful way to enjoy authentic Italian cuisine right at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ripe tomatoes, quartered
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup red wine
- 1 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Wash and quarter the tomatoes, mince the garlic, and dice the onion.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the quartered tomatoes and minced garlic; stir well. Simmer for about 20 minutes until tomatoes break down into a chunky sauce.
- Pour in red wine and season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Cook for another 10 minutes while stirring occasionally.
- Stir in chopped basil just before serving and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg