How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Papa Vitos Basic Red Sauce?

You need 1 ingredient. The key ingredients include: ["4 (28 oz.) cans Contadina Italian style tomatoes*", "4 (12 oz.) cans Contadina tomato paste*", "1 heaping tsp. ""Great Garlic"" or 6 garlic cloves", "olive oil", "salt", "coarse ground black pepper", "basil", "oregano", "rosemary", "fennel seed", "wine (any left over is just fine)"].

Is Papa Vitos Basic Red Sauce suitable as general?

Yes, Papa Vitos Basic Red Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Papa Vitos Basic Red Sauce?

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

Papa Vitos Basic Red Sauce Recipe

Name: Papa Vitos Basic Red Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ["4 (28 oz.) cans Contadina Italian style tomatoes*", "4 (12 oz.) cans Contadina tomato paste*", "1 heaping tsp. ""Great Garlic"" or 6 garlic cloves", "olive oil", "salt", "coarse ground black pepp…

["Italian style tomatoes", "tomato paste", """Great Garlic", "olive oil", "salt", "ground black pepper", "basil", "oregano", "rosemary", "fennel seed", "wine"]

This Papa Vitos Basic Red Sauce is built around simple, easy-to-find ingredients. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

["4 (28 oz.) cans Contadina Italian style tomatoes*", "4 (12 oz.) cans Contadina tomato paste*", "1 heaping tsp. ""Great Garlic"" or 6 garlic cloves", "olive oil", "salt", "coarse ground black pepper", "basil", "oregano", "rosemary", "fennel seed", "wine (any left over is just fine)"]

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