Basic Italian Tomato Sauce Recipe

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Servings: 2

Ingredients

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  • 1 lg. onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 can tomato paste
  • 2 lg. cans tomato sauce
  • 1 c. water
  • 1/3 c. sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Cook onion in a small amount of extra virgin olive oil till onion is golden brown but not brown. Add in garlic and saute/fry 3 min longer. Add in the tomato paste, tomato sauce, water, sugar, and spices; bring to a simmer very slow till the sauce is thick and a deep red. Serve with meatballs.
  2. Makes about 2 qts.

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Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving %DV
Serving Size 766g
Recipe makes 2 servings
Calories 340  
Calories from Fat 11 3%
Total Fat 1.31g 2%
Saturated Fat 0.25g 1%
Trans Fat 0.0g  
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 3087mg 129%
Potassium 2492mg 71%
Total Carbs 81.28g 22%
Dietary Fiber 11.6g 39%
Sugars 66.07g 44%
Protein 10.64g 17%
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  • John B DiciCco
    June 27, 2010
    Maybe one day you will learn the secrets of the fine art of authentic Italian cuisine and how to make real pasta sauce from an Italian. It won't be today though. Best of luck in your quest.
    I guess that is why it is a secret. John B. DiCicco

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