Tomato and Basil Sauce Salsa Di Pomodoro E Basilico
Transform your cooking with the classic simplicity of Tomato and Basil Sauce (Salsa di Pomodoro e Basilico), a traditional Italian recipe bursting with vibrant, fresh flavors. Made with sweet, ripe tomatoes, fragrant basil leaves, and a hint of garlic, this sauce strikes the perfect balance of rich and tangy. Carefully simmered to perfection in extra virgin olive oil, it develops a velvety texture that clings beautifully to your favorite pasta. This sauce is delightfully versatile—use it as a pizza base, a topping for grilled vegetables, or as a dipping sauce. Ready in just 35 minutes, this homemade tomato and basil sauce is the ultimate go-to recipe for an authentic Italian dining experience.
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Ingredients
- 800 grams Ripe tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 units Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoons Sugar (optional)
- 10 units Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Start by blanching the tomatoes to remove their skins. Bring a pot of water to a boil, score the bottom of each tomato with a small 'X', and immerse them in the boiling water for 30 seconds. Then transfer them to a bowl of ice water to cool. Peel off the skins and roughly chop the tomatoes.
Step 2
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Step 3
Crush the garlic cloves with the flat side of a knife and add them to the hot oil. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but do not allow them to brown.
Step 4
Add the chopped tomatoes to the pan and stir to combine. Season with salt and, if the tomatoes taste too acidic, add a teaspoon of sugar.
Step 5
Lower the heat to a simmer and cook the sauce uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and the flavors meld together.
Step 6
Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and stir them into the sauce during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
Step 7
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.
Step 8
Serve the sauce warm over your favorite pasta or use it as a base for other recipes.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (901.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 546.7 |
| Total Fat 43.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2401.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 39.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 25.0g | |
| Protein 9.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 156.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2087.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories