Classic Tomato Sauce
Elevate your culinary skills with this classic tomato sauce recipe. Begin by sautéing diced Spanish onions and minced garlic in virgin olive oil until translucent. Then, add a touch of freshness with fragrant thyme and grated carrot. Incorporate crushed tomatoes, simmer to perfection, and season with salt. Serve immediately and savor the robust flavors of this versatile sauce.
Ingredients
| 1 | diced Spanish onion |
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| 4 | minced garlic cloves |
| 6 | tablespoons virgin olive oil |
| 4 | tablespoons fresh thyme |
| ½ | grated medium carrot |
| 2 | (28 ounce) cans tomatoes, crushed and mixed well with their juices |
| salt to taste |
Instructions
| 1. | Heat virgin olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté diced Spanish onion and minced garlic until translucent. |
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| 2. | Add fresh thyme and grated carrot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes. |
| 3. | Incorporate crushed tomatoes with their juices. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes. |
| 4. | Season the sauce with salt to taste. |
| 5. | Serve the tomato sauce immediately. |
| 6. | Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for up to 6 months. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 272 kcal |
| Protein | 4.2 g |
| Fat | 21.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 20.4 g |
| Fiber | 5.9 g |
| Sugar | 12.1 g |
Published on Aug 10, 2024 by Luminița