Garlic Tomato Sauce

Ingredients - Serves 4

• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Salt and pepper - To taste
• Fresh oregano - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Fresh basil - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Tomatoes - 6 large, ripe
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons

Let's Get Started

1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Dice the tomatoes and add them to the saucepan, along with any juices.
4. Stir in the tomato paste, fresh basil, and oregano. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan.
6. Let the sauce cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes have softened and the flavors have melded together.
7. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed. If the sauce tastes too acidic, add a teaspoon of sugar to balance the flavors.
8. Remove the sauce from heat and use it as desired for pasta dishes or other Italian recipes.

Dietary Info

• Dish Type: Main Course
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Calories: 150
• Fat: 5g
• Carbs: 20g
• Protein: 5g
• Sodium: 500mg
• Sugar: 10g