This traditional Italian tomato sauce is the definition of comfort food. Unlike chunky marinara, this “Mother’s” style sauce is strained through a food mill to create an incredibly smooth, velvety texture that children and adults alike will love. It relies on the natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes, softened by slow cooking with aromatic onions, garlic, celery, and fresh parsley. The result is a rich, balanced flavor profile that isn’t overly sweet or acidic. Perfect for tossing with spaghetti, lasagna noodles, or using as a base for pizza, this sauce captures the essence of homemade Italian cooking. It&# 226;ÂÂs simple enough for weeknight dinners but elegant enough for special occasions.
Mother’S Tomato Sauce
Description
This traditional Italian tomato sauce is the definition of comfort food. Unlike chunky marinara, this "Mother's" style sauce is strained through a food mill to create an incredibly smooth, velvety texture that children and adults alike will love. It relies on the natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes, softened by slow cooking with aromatic onions, garlic, celery, and fresh parsley. The result is a rich, balanced flavor profile that isn't overly sweet or acidic. Perfect for tossing with spaghetti, lasagna noodles, or using as a base for pizza, this sauce captures the essence of homemade Italian cooking. It&# 226;ÂÂs simple enough for weeknight dinners but elegant enough for special occasions.Ingredients
Directions
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Place the sliced onion and half of the olive oil in a large saucepan.
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Cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until the onion is lightly browned and soft.
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Add the coarsely cut tomatoes, carrot, parsley, garlic, salt, basil, and celery to the saucepan.
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Cover the saucepan and cook over moderate heat, stirring very occasionally, for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the vegetables are very soft and the tomatoes have broken down.
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Strain the cooked mixture through a food mill to remove skins and seeds, creating a smooth sauce.
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Taste the sauce and adjust the salt if necessary.
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If the sauce is too thin, return it to the heat and simmer uncovered for a few minutes to thicken.
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Remove the sauce from the heat.
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Stir in the remaining half of the olive oil.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 3
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 217.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20.5g32%
- Saturated Fat 2.8g14%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 11.3mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 8.9g3%
- Dietary Fiber 2.7g11%
- Sugars 5.9g
- Protein 2.0g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
