Homemade Pasta Sauce
A quick, rich tomato sauce that comes together in about 20 minutes with pantry staples. Perfect for tossing with pasta, spooning over polenta, or using as a pizza base.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 120
- Protein
- 3g
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Heat the 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the 1 diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Add the 2 minced garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- 3
Pour in the 28 oz crushed tomatoes, 1 tsp dried oregano, and 0.5 tsp salt. Stir to combine.
- 4
Simmer the sauce over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened and flavors meld, about 10 minutes. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
- 5
Serve immediately over cooked pasta, or let cool and store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet
- Wooden spoon
- Chef's knife
- Cutting board
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