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Italian Tomato Sauce Recipe Homemade & Authentic

Italian Tomato Sauce Recipe: Homemade & Authentic


  • Author: Gianna Ferrini
  • Total Time: 4 hours
  • Yield: 4-6 1x

Ingredients

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  • 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 12 oz tomato paste
  • 12 oz water
  • 12 cloves garlic, crushed
  • Salt, pepper, crushed red pepper flakes to taste
  • Basil to taste (optional)
  • Meatballs and sausages (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large dutch oven over low heat, add your crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and water. Stir to combine.
  2. Add your sausage if using it, garlic, and seasonings.
  3. Place the lid on your pot, leaving it slightly uncovered.
  4. Simmer for 4-6 hours, stirring every half hour or so.
    1. When stirring, make sure the spoon reaches the bottom of the pan.
  5. Add in meatballs after an hour and a half, browning them slightly letting them cook in the simmering sauce.
  6. Serve with some grated Romano or parmesan cheese and your favorite pasta, adding starchy pasta water to the end result if too thick.
  7. Enjoy!
  • Cook Time: 4 Hours