Sweet Italian Tomato Sauce for Pasta and Pizzas

Name: Sweet Italian Tomato Sauce for Pasta and Pizzas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes; 12 lb pancetta, diced or 12 lb regular bacon; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 onions, diced; 6 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, quartered; ½ cup kalamata olive, pitted and sliced; 1 sprig fresh rosemary; red pepper flakes; sea salt; pepper; freshly grated nutmeg; 1 pinch sugar

Servings: persons

2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
12 lb pancetta, diced or 12 lb regular bacon
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 onions, diced
6 garlic cloves, crushed
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, quartered
½ cup kalamata olive, pitted and sliced
1 sprig fresh rosemary
red pepper flakes
sea salt
pepper
freshly grated nutmeg
1 pinch sugar

1
In a large sauce pan, cook the pancetta or bacon till crisp.
2
Drain, and save for later.
3
Reserve about a tablespoon of the pan drippings and add olive oil to the drippings.
4
Add garlic and chopped onion, and saute till soft and transparent.
5
Add tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives, and sprig of rosemary.
6
Add red and black pepper, salt and pinch of sugar.
7
Add nutmeg.
8
Let all simmer on low heat for 1/2 to one hour; taste and adjust seasonings.
9
Shortly before serving, add the pancetta or bacon.
10
Serve over your favorite pasta, or use as a pizza sauce.

7779

kcal

Calories

579

Fat

Carbs

514

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

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, 12 lb pancetta, diced or 12 lb regular bacon, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 onions, diced, and more.

Yes, Sweet Italian Tomato Sauce for Pasta and Pizzas falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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!