{"id":3648,"date":"2017-09-22T12:48:27","date_gmt":"2017-09-22T12:48:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/?p=3648"},"modified":"2026-04-23T17:21:13","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T11:51:13","slug":"simple-tomato-sauce","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/simple-tomato-sauce\/","title":{"rendered":"Simple Tomato Sauce"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

This simple tomato sauce<\/strong> is fresh, flavorful, and made with everyday ingredients. It's an easy homemade tomato sauce that comes together quickly and works so well for pasta, pizza, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Made with ripe tomatoes, garlic, and a few pantry staples, this quick tomato sauce does not need hours on the stovetop. We cook it just long enough for the tomatoes to cook and flavors to meld together.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep it chunky or blend it smooth, this versatile tomato sauce from fresh tomatoes is one you\u2019ll use again and again. It's worth making a little extra - just double the batch and freeze so always have rich, homemade pasta sauce ready for easy, cozy meals.<\/p>\n\n\n[feast_advanced_jump_to]\n\n\n

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Why You\u2019ll Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u2728 This simple tomato sauce is quick and easy, with minimal prep and no complicated steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2728 Made with basic pantry ingredients, it\u2019s a budget-friendly homemade sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2728 This delicious sauce has fresh, rich, and well-balanced flavors - The kind that makes store-bought feel unnecessary!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2728 Super versatile - it's fantastic for pasta, pizza, lasagna, and even as a dipping sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2728 Make-ahead friendly! This fresh tomato sauce stores and freezes very well for later use.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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This recipe has become a staple for me... mostly use it for home made pizza and pasta ... simple, healthy, delicious. Thanks for sharing. Love your blog , have followed many recipes but never commented \ud83d\ude42 - Megha<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Recipe Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Tomatoes:<\/strong> Use in-season, ripe, juicy tomatoes for the best flavor and natural sweetness. I don't blanch and peel the tomatoes. Instead, I puree them along with the garlic to save time. The tomato peels and seeds all disappear anyway as the quick tomato sauce from scratch gets cooked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also use good-quality canned whole peeled tomatoes if tomatoes are not in season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Onion:<\/strong> For depth and gentle sweetness that balances out the acidity of tomatoes. They also add a chunky texture. Make sure you dice them finely so they melt into the sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Garlic:<\/strong> Adds a warm, savory note. In this recipe, I like to puree the garlic with the tomatoes. But you can use minced or finely sliced garlic and saute it along with the onions before adding the tomatoes. Make sure the garlic doesn\u2019t brown, as that can make the tomato sauce bitter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Olive oil:<\/strong> For richness and body. It helps make the homemade tomato sauce smooth and rounded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sugar:<\/strong> To bring out the natural sweetness of tomatoes and balance the acidity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please see the recipe card below for full information about the ingredients and quantities.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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How To Make Simple Tomato Sauce<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Step 1:<\/strong> Puree tomatoes and garlic in your blender until smooth.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step 2:<\/strong> Heat olive oil in a saucepan. Add chilli flakes and onion. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the onion is softened.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step 3:<\/strong> Add the tomato puree and give a good stir.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step 4:<\/strong> Mix in salt, sugar, and dried oregano. Cook the sauce for 35-40 minutes until the tomatoes are cooked and the sauce has thickened. Taste and adjust for seasonings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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