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Real Italian Tomato Sauce (Lf)

Real Italian Tomato Sauce (Lf recipe image
This Real Italian Tomato Sauce is a testament to simple, high-quality ingredients coming together to create something truly special. By saut&# 195;©ing fresh mushrooms and onions in olive oil before adding the tomatoes, you build a deep, earthy flavor base that elevates the dish far beyond a standard marinara. The addition of fresh garlic, basil, and a bay leaf infuses the sauce with aromatic complexity, while the combination of canned whole tomatoes, puree, and paste ensures a luxurious, velvety texture. Perfectly balanced with salt and pepper, this vegan-friendly sauce is incredibly versatile. It pairs beautifully with pasta, serves as an excellent base for pizza, or makes a hearty topping for polenta. It’s a comforting, home-style recipe that delivers restaurant-quality results with minimal effort.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1
Calories: 87.2
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Description
This Real Italian Tomato Sauce is a testament to simple, high-quality ingredients coming together to create something truly special. By saut&# 195;©ing fresh mushrooms and onions in olive oil before adding the tomatoes, you build a deep, earthy flavor base that elevates the dish far beyond a standard marinara. The addition of fresh garlic, basil, and a bay leaf infuses the sauce with aromatic complexity, while the combination of canned whole tomatoes, puree, and paste ensures a luxurious, velvety texture. Perfectly balanced with salt and pepper, this vegan-friendly sauce is incredibly versatile. It pairs beautifully with pasta, serves as an excellent base for pizza, or makes a hearty topping for polenta. It’s a comforting, home-style recipe that delivers restaurant-quality results with minimal effort.
Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 md Onion -- cut in chunks
  • 8 ounce Fresh mushrooms -- sliced
  • 2 cloves Garlic -- crushed
  • 3 teaspoons Dried basil
  • 1 leaf Bay leaf
  • 28 ounces Canned whole tomatoes
  • 10.75 ounces Canned tomato puree
  • 6 ounces Canned tomato paste
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
  1. 1
    Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. 2
    Add the chopped onion and sliced mushrooms, cooking until the onions are translucent and the mushrooms have released their moisture and browned, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. 3
    Stir in the crushed garlic, dried basil, and bay leaf, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. 4
    Add the canned whole tomatoes, tomato puree, and tomato paste to the pan.
  5. 5
    Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low.
  6. 6
    Cover and let the sauce simmer gently for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. 7
    Remove the bay leaf and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 87.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.4g7%
Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 11.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 8.9g3%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g10%
Sugars 5.0g
Protein 6.5g13%

* 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

For a smoother sauce, you can blend the mixture with an immersion blender or transfer it to a countertop blender after simmering.

If you prefer a thicker consistency, simmer the sauce uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes.

Look for no-salt-added tomato products if you are trying to control the sodium content of your diet.

Fresh basil can be used instead of dried; add 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh basil at the end of cooking rather than at the beginning.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Keywords: italian, sauce, tomato, mushroom, vegan, garlic, basil, onion, olive oil, pasta sauce, marinara, plant-based, simmered, herbs, homemade, comfort food, dinner, easy, classic, flavorful
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