Versatile Tomato Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
4. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
6. Serve over your favorite pasta, pizza, or use as a dip.

Interesting Facts

• Tomato sauce is a staple in Italian cuisine and is used in many dishes such as lasagna, spaghetti, pizza, and ravioli.
• Tomatoes are rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and lycopene, an antioxidant that can help protect against some forms of cancer.
• Tomato sauce can be made with fresh or canned tomatoes.
• The canned tomatoes used in this recipe make it a quick and easy sauce to make.