Simple Tomato Sauce

Can a 30-minute tomato sauce hold its own against the all-day simmered classics? Spoiler: It’s got depth, richness, and all the flavor you crave.

Ingredients

• Onion x 1, small dice

• Tomatoes x 1 can, crushed or diced

• Garlic x 3 cloves, thinly sliced

• Basil x handful leaves

• Sugar x 1/2 tsp

• Kosher salt and black pepper to taste

• Olive oil x 2 tbsp

• Umami powder (optional) x 1 tsp

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Recipe

Cook Aromatics

1. Heat olive oil over medium-low heat in a pot.

2. Add diced onion and cook 1-2 minutes until soft but not browned.

3. Add sliced garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are translucent.

Build Sauce

4. Lower heat to low, add canned tomatoes, sugar, and umami powder if using.

5. Cook uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to reduce and thicken.

Finish

6. Just before serving, stir in chopped basil and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.