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Quick Tomato Pasta Sauce
A simple, rich tomato sauce with garlic and basil — the backbone of countless quick dinners.
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5 minPrep🔥
20 minCook🍽️
4Serves📊
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Ingredients
- 2 cans chopped tomatoes
- 4 garlic cloves, sliced
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp sugar
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- Handful basil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Gently soften the garlic in the oil.
- Add the tomato paste, then the tomatoes and sugar.
- Simmer for 15-20 minutes until thick.
- Stir in the basil and season.
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Tara’s tips
- A pinch of sugar balances the acidity.
- Simmer long enough to lose the raw tomato taste.
Serving suggestions
- Toss with pasta or use as a pizza base.
Storage & reheating
Keeps 5 days; freezes well.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is not yet available for this recipe. Values vary with portion size and exact ingredients — we will add verified figures here soon.
Frequently asked questions
Smoother sauce?
Blend it for a silky finish.
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