Sugo di Pomodoro (Authentic Italian Tomato Sauce)

Sugo di Pomodoro (Authentic Italian Tomato Sauce)

A simple traditional sugo, an Italian tomato sauce flavored with extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, and basil. Use on pasta, pizza, gnocchi, and more.

Preparation Time
5 mins
Cooking Time
25 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Calories
152 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Gather all ingredients.
Step 2
Heat oil in a saucepan over low heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook and stir until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Add passata, basil, and salt. Cover and simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until tomato sauce has thickened, about 20 minutes.
Step 4
Remove garlic halves before serving.
Sugo di Pomodoro (Authentic Italian Tomato Sauce)
Sugo di Pomodoro (Authentic Italian Tomato Sauce)
Sugo di Pomodoro (Authentic Italian Tomato Sauce)
Sugo di Pomodoro (Authentic Italian Tomato Sauce)

Ingredients

  • 1 onion, chopped
  • salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, halved
  • 2 (14 ounce) cans passata (crushed tomatoes)
  • 0.25 cup fresh basil, torn in half

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