Simple and Easy Pasta Sauce Recipe

This Simple and Easy Pasta Sauce recipe is perfect for those busy weeknights when you want to whip up a quick and delicious meal. Made with pantry staples and fresh ingredients, this sauce is bursting with flavor and pairs perfectly with any type of pasta. It takes only a few minutes to prepare and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Whether you're a beginner cook or an experienced chef, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the saucepan and sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
3. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, and stir well to combine.
4. Add the dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, and pepper. Stir again to mix all the ingredients.
5. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings according to your preference.
7. Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool slightly.
8. Pour the sauce into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
9. If you prefer a chunkier sauce, you can skip this step.
10. Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Enjoy!

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