Recipe Name: Tomato Sauce 🍅🍝
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Description: This delightful Tomato Sauce recipe is a cherished gem in my collection, waiting to be embraced by your taste buds! Bursting with fresh flavors and brimming with health benefits, it’s a perfect choice for a quick lunch or a satisfying snack. While I haven’t personally had the chance to whip it up and refine it to perfection, I’m confident it will tantalize your palate with its vibrant blend of ingredients.
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
Keywords: Cheese, Fruit, Vegetable, European, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Kid Friendly, < 30 Mins, Beginner Cook, Stove Top, Easy
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 8 | Fresh tomatoes |
| 1/2 | Italian olive oil |
| 8 | Fresh garlic |
| 3/4 | Fresh basil |
| 1/2 | Salt |
| 1 | Black pepper |
| 1/4 | Parmesan cheese |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 210.8
- Fat Content: 18.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 207.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 11.2g
- Fiber Content: 3.3g
- Sugar Content: 6.4g
- Protein Content: 2.5g
Servings: 6
Instructions:
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To begin crafting this delectable sauce, heat the Italian olive oil over medium heat in a large iron skillet or a heavy saucepan, ensuring it glistens invitingly.
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Next, add the fresh garlic to the shimmering oil and sauté it until it releases its fragrant aroma and turns tender, infusing the oil with its savory essence.
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Now, it’s time to introduce the star of the show – the vibrant fresh tomatoes. Add them to the skillet and let them gently simmer until they just begin to soften and release their luscious juices, maintaining their delightful texture.
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As the tomatoes dance in the pan, sprinkle in the fresh basil leaves, torn into tantalizing ribbons, and a pinch of salt, enhancing the natural sweetness of the tomatoes and elevating the flavors to new heights.
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For a final flourish, season the sauce with a dash of freshly ground black pepper, adding a subtle kick that harmonizes with the other flavors in perfect symphony.
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Once your sauce is ready, serve it generously over a mound of al dente spaghetti or your favorite Italian pasta, allowing the rich flavors to envelop each strand in a comforting embrace.
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To elevate the experience further, sprinkle a generous amount of grated Parmesan cheese over the top, adding a creamy, umami-rich finish that will leave your taste buds singing with joy.
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Remember, this delightful tomato sauce recipe yields enough to satisfy six hungry souls, so gather your loved ones and indulge in a culinary adventure that celebrates the essence of simplicity and freshness.
Additional Tips:
- Don’t overcook the tomatoes; keeping them al dente ensures they retain their vibrant color and refreshing taste, adding a delightful contrast to the dish.
Savor the rich flavors of this Tomato Sauce recipe, a testament to the simple joys of homemade goodness and the vibrant essence of Mediterranean cuisine!
