Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce

Name: Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 2 (14.5 ounce) cans tomatoes, chopped; 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste; 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar; 2 teaspoons white sugar; 0.75 cup basil leaves, torn into pieces; salt and ground black pepper to taste

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A delicious and fresh tasting pasta sauce. The fresh basil added at the end is essential. This sauce can be left chunky (which I prefer) or blended in a food processor to a smooth sauce. Serve spooned over cooked pasta with plenty of parmesan cheese.

Recipe by Carolyn

Updated on September 21, 2022

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

50 mins

Total Time:

1 hrs

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 (14.5 ounce) cans tomatoes, chopped
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons white sugar
¾ cup basil leaves, torn into pieces
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook the onion and garlic in the hot oil until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir the tomatoes, red pepper flakes, vinegar, and sugar into the onion and garlic mixture; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the flavors blend to your liking, 45 to 60 minutes. Stir the basil into the sauce; season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

155	Calories
11g	Fat
15g	Carbs
2g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 155
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g	13%
Saturated Fat 2g	8%
Sodium 293mg	13%
Total Carbohydrate 15g	5%
Dietary Fiber 3g	10%
Total Sugars 9g
Protein 2g
Vitamin C 24mg	119%
Calcium 89mg	7%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 472mg	10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.