Sugo di Pomodoro (Italian tomato sauce)

Sugo di Pomodoro (Italian tomato sauce)

A traditional Italian tomato sauce flavored with olive oil, garlic, fresh basil and delicious tomatoes. This simple, yet flavorful sauce is perfect for homemade pizzas, pasta and more!

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 25

Servings: - 8 servings (about 3 cups)

Ingredients

2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 sweet onion diced
3 cloves minced garlic
28 ounce can of San Marzano tomatoes whole & peeled (*see note)
6-7 large leaves fresh basil chopped
sea salt to taste

Instructions

Heat a deep pan on medium heat (I like to use my large Staub dutch oven for this recipe). Drizzle the olive oil and add the diced onion. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onion is translucent and just starting to brown.
Turn the heat down to low and add the minced garlic, stirring constantly for 30 seconds.
Add the tomatoes and stir together. Simmer the mixture on low for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce will begin to thicken as the liquid cooks off. Once the sauce is thickened and the tomatoes are soft, turn off the heat and add the chopped basil and salt to taste.
Blend the sauce with an immersion blender, food processor or blender. Blend until smooth or leave a bit chunky if you prefer. Add to your favorite recipe. Top with additional fresh basil or other seasonings as desired.
Allow sauce to cool before storing in the refrigerator. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and in the freezer for several months.

Notes

*If using fresh tomatoes, blanch and peel the tomatoes before making the sauce. Fresh tomatoes that work well with this recipe would be San Marzano or Roma tomatoes. Use fresh tomatoes when they are in season for the best flavor. My preference is to use the canned San Marzano tomatoes.

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