Authentic Pasta Sauce

Pasta sauce is a staple in Italian cuisine and varies greatly depending on the region. Each Italian family has its own secret recipe for an authentic pasta sauce.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Authentic Pasta Sauce

Cooking Method: Simmering Cuisine: Italian Courses: Dinner, Italian Cuisine, Pasta Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 4 clove Garlic cloves
• 28 ounce Canned tomatoes
• 2 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
• 4 tablespoon Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic cloves. Cook until onion is translucent.
2. Add canned tomatoes, tomato paste, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir well.
3. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Remove from heat and stir in fresh basil leaves.
5. Serve the pasta sauce over cooked pasta and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 5g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.