Delicious Quick Pasta Sauce
Transform your weeknight meals with this **Delicious Quick Pasta Sauce**, a vibrant, homemade recipe that comes together in just 25 minutes! Made with pantry staples like canned crushed tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and aromatic dried herbs, this sauce is perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness from a touch of sugar and a subtle kick of optional red chili flakes. Fresh basil adds a bright, herbaceous finish to the rich, savory base, making it ideal for pairing with your favorite pasta varieties. Whether you're looking for a speedy dinner solution or a versatile sauce to elevate your dishes, this quick and easy pasta sauce is a must-try for busy home cooks. Plus, it's perfect for meal prep—store any leftovers for up to 5 days for effortless, flavorful dining all week long.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Heat a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Step 2
Once the oil is hot, add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes or until softened and translucent.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
Step 4
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine with the onion and garlic mixture.
Step 5
Season the sauce with dried basil, dried oregano, red chili flakes (if using), sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together.
Step 6
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Step 7
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Step 8
Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the freshly chopped basil leaves.
Step 9
Serve immediately over your favorite pasta or let it cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (955.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 532.4 |
| Total Fat 30.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2179.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 65.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 42.0g | |
| Protein 12.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 266.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2878.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories