Fresh Tomato Basil Sauce

This delicious tomato basil sauce is made by slowly simmering ripe tomatoes, garlic, and fresh basil until rich and sweet! Reviewers love the natural sweetness that results from cooking the tomatoes slowly, making it a lovely celebration of the flavor of ripe, fresh tomatoes.

The Secret to Natural Sweetness

The magic of this homemade tomato basil sauce is that it is simple yet incredibly flavorful and rich. By simmering the tomatoes on low heat for 2 hours, the natural sugars concentrate, often eliminating the need for added sweeteners.

Customizing Your Sauce

While the traditional recipe calls for seeded and diced tomatoes, some home cooks prefer to keep the seeds in and the skins on for a chunkier, more rustic texture. For an extra depth of flavor, adding a little dried Italian seasoning, balsamic vinegar, or a touch of tomato paste works beautifully!

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Fresh Tomato Basil Sauce

Recipe by RecipesVilla

Servings

6

servings

Prep time

20

minutes

Cooking time

2

hours 

Calories

282

kcal

Ingredients

• The Tomato Base:

• 8 pounds ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

• The Aromatics:

• 1/2 cup olive oil

• 1 large onion, minced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

• Prep the Base: Gather all ingredients. Cook the tomatoes and basil in a large saucepan over medium-low heat until the tomatoes are soft.
• Sauté Aromatics: Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes.
• Combine and Simmer: Add the onion mixture to the tomato mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer on low heat for 2 hours or until thick.

Notes

• Tomato Selection: For the best results, reviewers highly recommend using a sauce tomato variety, such as Roma tomatoes.
• Texture Adjustments: If you prefer a chunkier sauce, you can skip the seeding process and keep the skins on the tomatoes before dicing.
• Acidity Hack: Depending on the ripeness of your tomatoes, the sauce might lean slightly acidic. If you find it too tart, reviewers suggest adding a tablespoon of sugar to balance the flavors.