Bev's Own Tomato Sauce

Elevate your homemade cooking with "Bev's Own Tomato Sauce," a rich, flavorful recipe that brings the taste of fresh garden tomatoes to your table. Made with ripe, juicy tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and a medley of Mediterranean-inspired herbs like oregano and basil, this sauce is simmered to perfection for a velvety texture and deep, robust flavor. A touch of sugar balances the acidity of the tomatoes, while optional red pepper flakes deliver a subtle kick of heat. Perfect for ladling over pasta, dolloping on pizza, or as a versatile base for countless dishes, this easy-to-make sauce is ready in under an hour and tastes even better when garnished with fresh basil. Whether you’re prepping a quick weeknight dinner or preserving it for future meals, this classic tomato sauce is a must-have in your recipe collection.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 6 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 cup water or vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 6 fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 4

Add the chopped ripe tomatoes and tomato paste to the pan. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Sprinkle in the sugar, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.

Step 6

Pour in the water or vegetable stock and stir until the sauce begins to simmer.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or sugar if necessary.

Step 9

Once the sauce is done, stir in the freshly chopped parsley.

Step 10

Serve hot over your favorite pasta, use as a pizza sauce, or let it cool and store in jars for later use.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1232.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	534.7

Total Fat 30.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2867.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 37.0g
Protein 12.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 201.5mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 2894.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.5%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 43.6%