Delicious Homemade Tomato Sauce Recipe

This homemade tomato sauce is a simple yet flavorful recipe that will take your pasta dishes to the next level. Made with fresh tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and garlic, this sauce is perfect for topping your favorite pasta, pizza, or even as a dipping sauce for breadsticks.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ripe tomatoes, diced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Pinch of sugar (optional)

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add onions and garlic, and sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
3. Add tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. For a smoother sauce, use an immersion blender to puree the sauce until smooth.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding a pinch of sugar if desired.
6. Serve over your favorite pasta or use as a base for pizza sauce.

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