Sugo Di Pomodoro Fresco

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 9
Sugo Di Pomodoro Fresco Recipe for a Hearty Italian Meal
in Italian

Prep

35 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 kg roma tomatoes ( or equivlent canned tomatoes )
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 small carrot , finely diced
1 large red onion , finely diced ( brown works ok too )
2 sticks celery , finely diced
3 garlic cloves , crushed
375 g tomato paste
1 teaspoon brown sugar
2 cups chicken stock or 2 cups vegetable stock
salt & pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
180
Sugar
9g
Fat
7g
Sugo Di Pomodoro Fresco is a traditional Italian recipe used for making pasta sauce. The simple yet delicious sauce is made from fresh roma tomatoes, celery, garlic, and onion, seasoning with olive oil, chicken stock, and salt and pepper. The sauce is versatile and can be used for flavoring meats, stews, or soups. The fresh ingredients and no added preservatives make it a healthy option for those who are looking for a low-calorie option.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 200 C.
2.Peel tomatoes by plunging them into hot water, then cooling them, peeling and roughly chopping them.
3.Heat oil in a large, heavy-based saucepan over medium heat until hot. Cook carrot, onion and celery for 10 minutes or until soft but not coloured.
4.Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
5.Add tomato paste and tomato, and cook for 5 minutes or until slightly thickened.
6.Stir in brown sugar and chicken stock. Season with salt and pepper.
7.Cover and bake for 45 minutes.
8.Uncover and cook for 15 minutes or until sauce has thickened. Stir occasionally.

PROS

Sugo Di Pomodoro Fresco is a perfect comfort food that is versatile and can be used for various dishes.
This sauce is made with fresh and healthy tomatoes, is easy to make, and can be made in large batches.

It is a low-calorie and fat-free sauce, and when used with whole wheat pasta, it becomes a healthy meal option.

CONS

The sauce can be time-consuming to prepare because of the peeling process and long cooking times, but the flavor is worth the effort.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are a good source of vitamins C and K, potassium, and antioxidants. Potassium present in the tomatoes can lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of strokes.
Its low-calorie content makes it a good option for those who are looking for healthy pasta sauce.

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