Spaghetti Sauce Recipe Fresh Roma Tomatoes
There's nothing quite like the taste and aroma of freshly made spaghetti sauce. While there are many different recipes out there, this one in particular focuses on using fresh Roma tomatoes to create a delicious and flavorful sauce that's perfect for any pasta dish. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out in the kitchen, this recipe is easy to follow and will surely impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Before getting started, you'll need to gather the following ingredients:
- 12-15 fresh Roma tomatoes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
Once you have all of your ingredients ready, you can begin making your spaghetti sauce using the following steps:
- Wash your Roma tomatoes thoroughly and cut them into quarters. Remove any stems or blemishes.
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute or two, until fragrant.
- Add the quartered tomatoes to the pot, along with the salt, sugar, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes have broken down and the sauce has thickened.
- Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Using an immersion blender, blend the sauce until it's smooth and free of any large chunks.
- Stir in the chopped basil and let the sauce cool completely before using or storing.
Tips
If you're new to making spaghetti sauce from scratch, here are a few tips to keep in mind:
- Make sure to use fresh, ripe Roma tomatoes for the best flavor. If you can't find any fresh tomatoes, you can also use canned tomatoes as a substitute.
- Don't skip the step of cooking the onions and garlic first - this helps to build the flavor of the sauce.
- If you prefer a chunkier sauce, you can skip blending it with an immersion blender and simply leave it as-is.
- Feel free to adjust the seasonings to your liking - this recipe is just a starting point!
- This sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or frozen for up to 3 months.
Conclusion
With this recipe, you'll be able to create a delicious and flavorful spaghetti sauce using fresh Roma tomatoes. Whether you're serving it over spaghetti or using it as a base for other pasta dishes, this sauce is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So why not give it a try today?
