Jimmy's Grandma's Tomato Sauce with Bucatini Recipe

Name: Jimmy's Grandma's Tomato Sauce with Bucatini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter; 5 cloves garlic, minced; 1 large sweet onion, such as Vidalia, finely diced; Two 6-ounce cans tomato paste; Two 28-ounce cans tomato sauce; 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish; 1 teaspoon sugar; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 pound bucatini, cooked to al dente

Servings: persons

1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 large sweet onion, such as Vidalia, finely diced
Two 6-ounce cans tomato paste
Two 28-ounce cans tomato sauce
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish
1 teaspoon sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound bucatini, cooked to al dente

1
Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F.
2
Place a large roasting pan over 2 burners set to medium heat.
3
Add the butter, garlic and onions and sweat for 6 to 7 minutes.
4
Add the tomato paste and cook for 2 to 3 minutes more.
5
Add the tomato sauce and chicken stock and bring to a simmer.
6
Cover with foil and transfer the pan to the oven for 5 hours, stirring every 30 minutes.
7
(Baking in the oven ensures the sauce cooks down without burning.)
8
Transfer the sauce to a blender along with the basil, Parmesan and sugar, and blend well.
9
Season with salt and pepper.
10
Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce.
11
Serve in shallow bowls, garnished with Parmesan.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, 5 cloves garlic, minced, 1 large sweet onion, such as Vidalia, finely diced, Two 6-ounce cans tomato paste, and more.

Yes, Jimmy's Grandma's Tomato Sauce with Bucatini falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Jimmy's Grandma's Tomato Sauce with Bucatini

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