Classic Italian Tomato Sauce A robust tomato sauce made with olive oil, onion, sweet carrot, garlic, canned San Marzano tomatoes, fresh basil, tomato paste, oregano, and red pepper flakes. A flavorful, homemade tomato sauce to pair perfectly with any type of pasta.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time30 minutesmins
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: italian tomato sauce, marinara sauce, tomato sauce
(2)28-ounce cansWhole Peeled Tomatoes(such as San Marzano)
6ouncesTomato Paste
2 to 3TablespoonsFresh Basil (chopped or 2 teaspoons dried basil)
1/2teaspoonDried Oregano
1/2teaspoonDried Red Pepper Flakes(optional, if you like a little spice)
1 1/2 teaspoonsSalt
1teaspoonPepper
1TablespoonSugar
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Instructions
Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add oil and then add onion and carrot. Saute for 8-10 minutes or until softened. Add in garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes longer. Remove from heat if not adding tomatoes right away to make sure garlic doesn't burn.
Puree tomatoes in a blender. Add to the onion carrot mixture. Stir in tomato paste, basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and sugar.
Reduce heat to a medium-low and let simmer for at least 20-30 minutes. If time permits, let simmer on low for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally.
Taste and add more salt if needed. Serve with fresh pasta.