This is a basicsugorecipe for traditional Italian tomato sauce flavored with extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, and basil. Toss with your favorite pasta or use for pizza, gnocchi, and more.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 onion , chopped
- 4 cloves garlic , halved
- 2 cans passata , 14 ounce
- 0.25 cups fresh basil , torn in half
- salt to taste
Instructions
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1
Gather all ingredients.
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2
Heat oil in a saucepan over low heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook and stir until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
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3
Add passata, basil, and salt. Cover and simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until tomato sauce has thickened, about 20 minutes.
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4
Remove garlic halves before serving.
Nutrition Facts
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