TOMATO SAUCE

 

TOMATO SAUCE 

Ingredients

2 tbsp extravirgin olive oil

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 garlic cloves, sliced

1 kg canned whole San Marzano tomatoes (or fresh ripe tomatoes, peeled)

1 tsp fine salt (adjust to taste)

1 pinch black pepper

1 tsp sugar (optional, only if tomatoes are very acidic)

6–8 leaves fresh basil

1 tbsp olive oil to finish

Instructions

1

Warm olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft and translucent, then add garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.

2

Crush the tomatoes by hand or with a spoon and add them to the pot along with salt and pepper.

3

Lower the heat and simmer gently for 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce should thicken and the flavors should deepen.

4

Taste and adjust salt. Add a pinch of sugar only if the tomatoes are overly acidic.

5

Stir in fresh basil and a final drizzle of olive oil. Remove from heat and serve or blend for a smoother texture.