Mrs's S Tomato Sauce

Elevate your Italian-inspired dishes with Mrs. S’s Tomato Sauce, a rich and versatile homemade sauce bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a touch of sweetness. This classic recipe starts with sautéed onions and garlic, creating a fragrant base that pairs perfectly with diced ripe tomatoes and a hint of tomato paste for depth. Seasoned with dried oregano, basil, and optional red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, this sauce simmers to perfection in just 30 minutes. Whether blended smooth or left chunky, it's an ideal topper for pasta, pizza, or your favorite comfort food. Garnished with fresh parsley or basil, this simple yet flavorful sauce is perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinners. Treat your taste buds to a homemade tomato sauce that’s as comforting as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 5–7 minutes, or until soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes, making sure not to let it burn.

Step 4

Add the diced fresh tomatoes and stir well. Let them cook for about 5 minutes, releasing their juices.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste, sugar, dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix until the tomato paste is fully incorporated.

Step 6

Pour in the water or vegetable stock and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Lower the heat to maintain a simmer and cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or sugar as needed.

Step 8

Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the sauce until it reaches your desired consistency. For a chunkier sauce, skip this step.

Step 9

Serve warm over pasta, pizza, or use as a base for other recipes. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1100.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	530.1

Total Fat 30.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2435.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.1g	0%
Total Sugars 36.5g
Protein 12.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 178.8mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 2746.0mg	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: 48.1%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 43.5%