The Best Italian Pomodoro Sauce Recipe

Name: The Best Italian Pomodoro Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 head garlic, peeled and minced; 1 onion, minced; 1/4 cup olive oil, good quality; 1 anchovy fillet, small can; 2 (850 g) stewed tomatoes, Molinera; 1 bunch fresh basil, chiffonade (1/2 c); salt; 1 tablespoon sugar; 250 ml cream (optional); 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese; 1 lb angel hair pasta, cooked

Servings: persons

1 head garlic, peeled and minced
1 onion, minced
1/4 cup olive oil, good quality
1 anchovy fillet, small can
2 (850 g) stewed tomatoes, Molinera
1 bunch fresh basil, chiffonade (1/2 c)
salt
1 tablespoon sugar
250 ml cream (optional)
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
1 lb angel hair pasta, cooked

1
In a large pan, saute garlic in olive oil till fragrant.
2
Add in onions cook till softened.
3
Dump in the whole can of anchovies including its oil.
4
Keep stirring till dissolved.
5
Add in the tomatoes, you can use hand emulsion blender to puree it.
6
Simmer 10 minutes then add sugar.
7
On low heat, allow to simmer 30 to 45 minutes till flavor concentrates.
8
Add in basil, correct seasoning and simmer another 5 to 10 minutes.
9
Add in 2T parmesan cheese.
10
You can stop here or add cream like what my kids like.
11
Turn off heat and pour over cooked angel hair pasta.
12
Garnish with more basil leaves and grated parmesan cheese.
13
Dig in!

1138

kcal

Calories

Fat

161

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 head garlic, peeled and minced, 1 onion, minced, 1/4 cup olive oil, good quality, 1 anchovy fillet, small can, and more.

Yes, The Best Italian Pomodoro Sauce 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.

The Best Italian Pomodoro Sauce

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