SUGO DI POMODORO, ricetta originale italiana - Italian Tomato Sauce Recipe

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes enhance flavor, while crushed tomatoes are budget-friendly.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free option, while pecorino offers a similar taste.

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat until shimmering

Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute

Add canned tomatoes, breaking them up with a spoon

Mix in chopped basil, oregano, and bay leaves

Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste

Add a pinch of sugar to balance acidity

Incorporate diced carrot and celery for sweetness and depth

Bring sauce to a simmer and reduce heat to low

Cook uncovered for 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally

Remove bay leaves before serving

Stir in grated parmesan cheese just before serving

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens