Pomodoro Sauce (Simple Italian Tomato Sauce Recipe)
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 28 ounce can whole, peeled tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Basil leaves
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Saute minced garlic in the olive oil for 1-2 minutes, until slightly golden and fragrant.
- Add whole tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook over medium heat, breaking apart the tomatoes with a wooden spoon.
- Add several basil leaves to the sauce, if you wish, and simmer together for 20-25 minutes, until the sauce is thick and broken down with just some chunks remaining.
- Remove basil leaves from the sauce and transfer to a blender. Blend until smooth. Return sauce to the pan and keep warm until ready to serve.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Donna's Notes
Pomodoro sauce is traditionally very simple, smooth and thick.
We use a blender to create a smooth sauce. You can use an immersion blender or a food processor, though the blender will be the least messy. Be careful that the lid is secure while blending, and be mindful of the hot temperature of the sauce.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 100cal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 575mg | Sugar: 5g | Fiber: 2g | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 2mg
All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe's nutritional value will vary depending on the ingredients used, measuring methods, and portion sizes.