Tony Chachere’s Basic Red Sauce

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 5

Homemade Tony Chachere's Basic Red Sauce Recipe

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

5 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

139

Sugar

Fat

14g

Tony Chachere's Basic Red Sauce is a classic recipe that has been enjoyed for generations. The creole seasoning gives this sauce a unique flavor that sets it apart from other tomato-based sauces. It's perfect for adding flavor to dishes like spaghetti and meatballs or as a dipping sauce for mozzarella sticks. This recipe is quick and easy to make, and the ingredients can easily be adjusted to suit your personal taste.

Instructions

1.	In a saucepan, melt the margarine over medium heat.
2.	Add the tomato sauce, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon juice to the saucepan and stir to combine.
3.	Add the Tony Chachere's Original Creole Seasoning to taste.
4.	Pour in 1 quart of water.
5.	Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

PROS

This sauce is flavorful and versatile, perfect for a variety of dishes, especially pasta and meats.

It’s also quick and easy to make with just a few simple ingredients.

CONS

The margarine used in this recipe is not the healthiest option.

This sauce is also not low in sodium.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this sauce is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet in moderation.
Tomato sauce is a good source of antioxidants, and the lemon juice can provide a small amount of vitamin C.

	1/2 cup margarine
	1 can tomato sauce
	1/2 teaspoon sugar
	1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
	1 teaspoon lemon juice
	tony chachere 's original creole seasoning
	1 quart water