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Tomato Sauce

Simple Tomato Sauce

Erica Dinho
5 from 31 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine International
Servings 6 servings
Calories 273 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 4 28oz cans whole tomatoes
  • 8 garlic cloves
  • Salt and pepper
  • 5 tablespoons sugar
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 2 oz basil leaves

Instructions
 

  • Place the tomatoes in a large pot over medium heat. Add salt, pepper, oregano and sugar. Cook for about 15 minutes, then using a potato masher, press them gently.
  • Reduce the heat to medium- low and add the garlic. Simmer for about 1 hour, then using the masher again, press until obtain the consistency desired.
  • Add the basil and olive oil and continue simmering for about 1 ½ hour more.
  • Serve with your favorite pasta.

Nutrition

Calories: 273kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 5gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 782mgFiber: 6gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 394IUVitamin C: 27mgCalcium: 307mgIron: 11mg
Keyword Pasta Dish
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