San Marzano Tomato-Basil Sauce Recipe

Name: San Marzano Tomato-Basil Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) can whole peeled san marzano tomatoes (available at Italian specialty stores); 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 1 large yellow onion; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon marsala wine or 1 teaspoon sugar; fresh basil leaf, soaked; fresh oregano; salt; ground black pepper; 1/2 red pepper (optional)

Servings: persons

1 (12 ounce) can whole peeled san marzano tomatoes (available at Italian specialty stores)
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 large yellow onion
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon marsala wine or 1 teaspoon sugar
fresh basil leaf, soaked
fresh oregano
salt
ground black pepper
1/2 red pepper (optional)

1
Heat Extra Virgin Olive oil in heavy bottomed saucepan with a low to moderate flame (Add just enough to coat the bottom of the pan).
2
Add chopped onion and sliced garlic to pan, mixing evenly.
3
When the onion has turned translucent and the garlic is slightly golden you may do one of two things: If you prefer a delicate tasting sauce add just the tomatoes; If you prefer a richer, bolder sauce add half a red pepper (You may want to discard some of the pepper's seeds).
4
Cook the red pepper evenly on all sides, and then add the tomatoes.
5
When you add the tomatoes raise the flame slightly.
6
Let the tomatoes simmer for about one half an hour to forty five minutes- until most of the tomato juice has evaporated (yhe consistency will get thicker with time).
7
When the juice has mostly evaporated add a teaspoon of Marsala wine or sugar.
8
Add fresh basil, salt, pepper, and oregano.
9
Cook the sauce a few more minutes longer.
10
Serve with imported pasta (vhoose something light and not to starchy- fresh pasta is best).
11
Garnish pasta with parmesan cheese- Bon Apetite!

205

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (12 ounce) can whole peeled san marzano tomatoes (available at Italian specialty stores), 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced, 1 large yellow onion, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, San Marzano Tomato-Basil 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.

San Marzano Tomato-Basil Sauce

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