Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
What these numbers assume — 8 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Olive Oil | 1 tbsp (14g) | 119 |
| Onion | 1 medium (110g) | 44 |
| Plum | 1 medium (66g) | 30 |
| Tomato | 1 medium (123g) | 22 |
| Chili | 1 tsp (2.7g) | 8 |
| Garlic | 1 clove (3g) | 4 |
| Basil | 5 leaves fresh (2.5g) | 1 |
| Salt | 1 tsp (6g) | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 6 large cloves garlic, peeled and mince
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 (28-ounce) cans whole plum tomatoes, hand crushed or blended
- 6 leaves fresh basil, chopped
- salt, to taste
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper, or to taste
Directions
In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, sauté the garlic in the oil for 2 to 3 minutes, until it starts to turn golden.
Add the onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the tomatoes, bring the sauce to a simmer, and continue to simmer for about 30 minutes.
Add the basil, salt, and crushed red pepper, and simmer another 5 minutes.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings.
Now it's ready to serve over your favorite pasta or to use as the base for another delicious sauce such as puttanesca or alla vodka.
Category:Cathy's Recipes
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