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5-Minute Tomato Sauce

This 5-Minute Tomato Sauce is rich, fresh, and packed with bright tomato flavor. Made with simple pantry ingredients like crushed tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and fresh basil, this quick homemade sauce is perfect for pasta, pizza, dipping bread, or adding to your favorite recipes.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3-4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 can 400g / 14 oz crushed tomatoes
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes optional
  • Pinch of sugar optional
  • Small handful fresh basil torn
  • Extra olive oil for finishing

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Warm the olive oil and minced garlic in a small saucepan over medium-low heat for 60-90 seconds until fragrant and lightly golden.
  2. Add the crushed tomatoes and red pepper flakes if using. Stir well to combine.
  3. Season with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of sugar if needed. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Remove from the heat and stir in the torn fresh basil.
  5. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and serve warm.
Rest Time (Optional)
  1. Let the sauce rest for 2-3 minutes before serving for deeper flavor.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Approximate Per Serving)
  • Calories: 90
  • Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 320mg
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