Ranchero Sauce – Melinda Lee

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Servings: 2 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rich, savory tomato-based sauce with earthy spices and mild heat
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This traditional Ranchero sauce offers a robust, earthy flavor profile that pairs beautifully with enchiladas, burritos, or huevos rancheros. The base of Italian plum tomatoes provides a thick, slightly sweet foundation, while sautéed onions and garlic add aromatic depth. Simmered gently, the sauce develops a complex, cohesive texture that coats dishes perfectly. ItâÂÂs a versatile pantry staple that brings authentic Mexican-inspired warmth to any meal. Simple ingredients come together to create a deeply satisfying sauce that elevates everyday comfort food into something special.

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Ranchero Sauce – Melinda Lee

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2 Calories: 523.8

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This traditional Ranchero sauce offers a robust, earthy flavor profile that pairs beautifully with enchiladas, burritos, or huevos rancheros. The base of Italian plum tomatoes provides a thick, slightly sweet foundation, while saut&# 195;©ed onions and garlic add aromatic depth. Simmered gently, the sauce develops a complex, cohesive texture that coats dishes perfectly. ItâÂÂs a versatile pantry staple that brings authentic Mexican-inspired warmth to any meal. Simple ingredients come together to create a deeply satisfying sauce that elevates everyday comfort food into something special.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat a medium skillet over medium heat and add the chopped onions and garlic.
  2. Sauté the onions and garlic until soft and translucent, ensuring they do not brown.
  3. Add the chopped bell pepper to the skillet and cook until just tender but still slightly crunchy.
  4. Drain the Italian plum tomatoes, reserving the liquid, and tear them into pieces.
  5. Add the torn tomatoes and their reserved liquid to the skillet.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine all ingredients.
  7. Reduce heat to low and simmer the sauce for 30 to 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Cook until the sauce reaches your desired consistency, then remove from heat.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 523.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19.1g30%
Saturated Fat 5.0g25%
Cholesterol 133.5mg45%
Sodium 152.0mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 36.5g13%
Dietary Fiber 6.7g27%
Sugars 12.8g
Protein 47.6g96%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

If you prefer a smoother sauce, blend the mixture with an immersion blender or in a regular blender after simmering.

For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.

Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Adjust the amount of bell pepper or add diced jalapeños for extra heat according to your taste preference.

Keywords: ranchero, sauce, mexican, tomato, onion, garlic, bell pepper, simmer, enchilada, burrito, homemade, spicy, vegetarian, comfort food, dinner, brunch, huevos, authentic, flavorful, easy
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