The Best Way to make tomato sauce
Making tomato sauce is super easy! Here's the best way to do it:
What You'll Need:
- 2 cans (28 oz each) of whole peeled tomatoes
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper
- Optional: dried basil and oregano
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat
- Cook onions until they're soft (about 5 minutes)
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute
- Add tomatoes, breaking them up with a spoon
- Simmer on low heat for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally
- Season with salt and pepper to taste
That's it! Your sauce is ready to use on pasta, pizza, or anything else!
Pro Tips:
- Don't rush the simmering - this develops flavor
- Use San Marzano tomatoes if you can find them
- Add herbs in the last 10 minutes of cooking