Simple Tomato Sauce

A classic vegetarian tomato sauce made by sautéing onions and garlic, then simmering with tomatoes and herbs before blending smooth.

Vegetarian Vegan Healthy Gluten Free Sauce

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

319.9

kcal / serving

1279.5 kcal total

Carbs

9.6g

per serving

38.2 g total

Fat

31.4g

per serving

125.6 g total

Protein

1.7g

per serving

6.8 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

people

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients

0.75

tsp

Sugar

To taste

Liquids

150

Water

NutsSeeds

clove

Garlic

Crushed

piece

Bay Leaf

Fresh

0.75

tsp

Salt

To taste

OilsFats

125

Olive Oil

Vegetables

225

Onion

Finely chopped

400

Tomato

Skinned and chopped

Method

Heat the olive oil in a wide shallow pan over a medium heat.

Sauté the onions and garlic for 15 minutes until soft and golden-brown.

Add tomatoes, 150ml water, bay leaves, salt, and sugar to the pan.

Bring to a boil then simmer uncovered for 45 to 60 minutes until reduced to a purée.

Remove the bay leaves and blend the mixture in a food processor until smooth.

Cool the sauce before refrigerating or freezing for later use.