Salsa Di Pomodoro

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A quick, vibrant Italian tomato sauce made with fresh basil and quality olive oil.
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Salsa Di Pomodoro

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 33.4

Description

This Salsa Di Pomodoro is a celebration of simple, high-quality ingredients coming together in perfect harmony. Unlike heavy, slow-cooked sauces, this recipe relies on the bright acidity of ripe San Marzano tomatoes and the aromatic punch of fresh garlic and basil. The key to success is gentle heat; you want to warm the flavors without cooking them away, preserving the fresh, garden-like taste of the tomatoes. It comes together in under fifteen minutes, making it an ideal weeknight dinner solution. Serve it immediately over fresh pasta, use it as a light pizza base, or enjoy it with crusty bread. The result is a glossy, vibrant sauce that captures the essence of summer Italian cooking.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a heavy, non-reactive saucepan over low heat.
  2. Add the crushed garlic and a light grind of black pepper.
  3. Saut&# 195;© gently for about one minute, being careful not to let the garlic brown.
  4. Add the tomatoes to the pan and stir with a wooden spoon, breaking up the pulp evenly.
  5. Add the salt and stir to combine.
  6. Let the sauce stew gently over low heat for 6 to 7 minutes. Do not reduce the sauce; keep the heat low to preserve freshness.
  7. Wipe the fresh basil leaves with a dry cloth to remove any dirt, but do not wash them to avoid discoloration.
  8. Add the whole basil leaves to the sauce.
  9. Cook gently just until the tomatoes are soft and the basil has released its flavor and wilted. Do not overcook.
  10. Remove the pan from the heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly.
  11. Remove the wilted basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 33.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.1g4%
Saturated Fat 0.7g4%
Cholesterol 5.3mg2%
Sodium 78.9mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 0.3g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 2.8g6%

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

Keywords: tomato sauce, italian, quick, vegan, basil, garlic, olive oil, san marzano, pasta sauce, fresh, easy, dinner, vegetarian, classic, mediterranean
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