Rich And Zesty Red Wine Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Rich And Zesty Red Wine Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (28 ounce) cans whole tomatoes (can be pre-seasoned if you like); 2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste; 6 -8 whole garlic cloves, peeled and chopped; 1 large yellow onion, coarsely chopped; 1/4 cup sun-dried tomato, chopped; 2 -3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 3 -4 sprigs fresh basil leaves, finely chopped; 1 -2 tablespoon dried oregano; 1 -2 tablespoon dried parsley; 1 -2 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning; salt, to taste; 1/4 cup freshly grated pecorino romano cheese; 1 (750 ml) bottle merlot

Servings: persons

2 (28 ounce) cans whole tomatoes (can be pre-seasoned if you like)
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
6 -8 whole garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
1 large yellow onion, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup sun-dried tomato, chopped
2 -3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 -4 sprigs fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
1 -2 tablespoon dried oregano
1 -2 tablespoon dried parsley
1 -2 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
salt, to taste
1/4 cup freshly grated pecorino romano cheese
1 (750 ml) bottle merlot

1
In a large pot, sweat the chopped onions and garlic in the olive oil over med-low heat.
2
Add the peeled tomatoes, crushing them with your hands one by one into smaller chunks. Be careful- they squirt all over the place! Make sure to pour in all the liquid in the cans as well. Add all ingredients except salt, cheese, and wine.
3
Stir all ingredients together. Cover, and increase heat to med-high. Simmer/cook 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally so that the sauce doesn't burn on the bottom.
4
Add about 1/3 of the bottle of merlot. Add the cheese. Stir, reduce heat slightly and let that cook uncovered for another 15-20 min, stirring occasionally.
5
Taste and determine if you need salt, and add to taste. For salt with a little tang, add some more cheese, if you have it. Let simmer another 15 minutes uncovered, stirring occasionally.
6
During the last simmering stage, cook your pasta.
7
Serve over pasta (1 ladleful is gracious plenty). Extra sauce can frozen for up to a month. To reheat, let simmer on low uncovered, stirring frequently so the sugar in the merlot doesn't burn.
8
*Spicy alternative: For a spicier sauce, use shiraz in place of merlot and add 2 tsp of dried red pepper flakes.

816

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (28 ounce) cans whole tomatoes (can be pre-seasoned if you like), 2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste, 6 -8 whole garlic cloves, peeled and chopped, 1 large yellow onion, coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, Rich And Zesty Red Wine Tomato Sauce falls under the General 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!

Rich And Zesty Red Wine Tomato Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions