Sweet Basil Tomato Sauce

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 15

Sweet Basil Tomato Sauce - A Delicious and Simple Pasta Sauce Recipe

by The Chefin Pastaauce

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

Fat

0.6g

Sweet Basil Tomato Sauce is a classic and tasty pasta sauce that can be enjoyed all year round. This simple and easy recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a Sunday meal with friends and family. The sauce is bursting with the fresh taste of tomatoes and the aroma of basil, making it a hit with everyone. Whether you're a vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free, this sauce is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Serve it over your favorite pasta, and you're all set!

Instructions

1.	In a large saucepan, sauté the diced onion and garlic over medium heat until the onion is translucent.
2.	Add the cans of diced tomatoes and crushed tomatoes to the saucepan, along with the dried basil. Stir everything together well.
3.	Bring the sauce to a simmer and reduce the heat to low. Cook the sauce for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors have melded together.
4.	Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta and enjoy!

PROS

This Sweet Basil Tomato Sauce is a simple and delicious pasta sauce that can be made in under an hour.
It is also a great way to use up canned tomatoes in your pantry.

The sauce is vegetarian, gluten-free, and vegan friendly.

CONS

The sauce can be a bit chunky if you prefer a smoother consistency.

The recipe does not call for any additional seasonings or spices, so it may require additional seasoning to taste depending on personal preferences.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are a great source of antioxidants, vitamins C and K, and potassium. Cooking tomatoes actually increases their nutritional value by making the lycopene more accessible to our bodies.
Basil also has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, as well as being a good source of vitamin A.

	2 cans petite diced tomatoes
	1 can crushed tomatoes
	1 onion , finely diced
	3 tablespoons dried basil , or to taste
	2 cloves garlic , pressed