Marinated Artichoke Tomato Sauce
Elevate your pasta night with this vibrant and flavor-packed Marinated Artichoke Tomato Sauce! Combining the richness of crushed tomatoes with the tangy complexity of marinated artichoke hearts, this homemade sauce is infused with fragrant garlic, caramelized onions, and a touch of spice from red pepper flakes. A blend of dried oregano and fresh basil adds aromatic depth, while a hint of sugar balances the acidity perfectly. Simmered to perfection in just 25 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with pasta, roasted vegetables, or even as a topping for grilled proteins. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a gourmet twist to impress, this recipe is a must-try for all tomato sauce lovers!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes (canned)
- 1 cup Marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 0.5 cup Water or vegetable stock
Directions
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
Step 3
Stir in the tomato paste, cooking for another 1-2 minutes to caramelize it slightly.
Step 4
Add the crushed tomatoes, water or vegetable stock, and stir to combine.
Step 5
Mix in the marinated artichoke hearts, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and sugar.
Step 6
Simmer the sauce on low heat for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Step 7
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash more water or stock.
Step 8
Stir in the fresh basil leaves and cook for another 5 minutes before removing from heat.
Step 9
Serve warm over pasta, roasted vegetables, or as a sauce for grilled proteins.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1400.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 743.8 |
| Total Fat 41.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3511.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 93.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 28.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 45.7g | |
| Protein 19.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 360.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2848.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories