Craving a restaurant-quality tomato sauce that takes just minutes to prepare? Get ready to revolutionize your pasta nights with this incredibly simple Shortcut Blender Tomato Sauce that will make you forget about store-bought versions forever! In less than 20 minutes, you'll create a rich, flavorful sauce that tastes like it's been simmering all day, using just a handful of pantry staples. Whether you're a busy home cook or a culinary novice, this foolproof recipe will transform your meals from ordinary to extraordinary.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 2 cups
Ingredients
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and mince the garlic cloves finely, ensuring they are chopped into small, uniform pieces.
- Place a medium saucepan over medium heat and add the olive oil, allowing it to warm for about 30 seconds.
- Add the minced garlic to the heated olive oil and sauté for 30-45 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent burning. The garlic should become fragrant but not browned.
- Open the can of crushed tomatoes and pour the entire contents directly into the saucepan with the sautéed garlic.
- Sprinkle the dried basil, sugar, salt, and black pepper into the tomato mixture, stirring thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and allow flavors to meld together.
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before using or storing in an airtight container.
Tips
- • Use high-quality crushed tomatoes for the best flavor base • Sauté garlic gently to release its aromatic oils without burning • Simmer the sauce on low heat to develop deeper, more complex flavors • Adjust seasoning gradually, tasting as you go • For a smoother sauce, you can briefly blend the final product • Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days • Consider adding a splash of red wine or a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra depth • This versatile sauce works great with pasta, as a pizza base, or in casseroles
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 35kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
