Italian Red Sauce

5 from 1 vote

This Italian Red Sauce is simple, dependable, and steeped in history. Reportedly served to the Kennedys, yet perfect for everyday meals.

Prep Time10

Cook Time1 20

Total Time1 30

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Servings: servings

Calories: 146kcal

Author: Chuckie Hessong

Ingredients

2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1 small Onion chopped
2 cloves Garlic minced
1 can Tomato Paste
28 ounces San Marzano Italian Canned tomatoes or Red Gold Brand tomatoes chopped and not drained
2 Tablespoons Chopped Parsley
1 teaspoon Sugar or to taste
2 teaspoons Kosher Salt or to taste
1 teaspoon Black Pepper or to taste
¼ - ½ cup Water

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a heavy bottomed Dutch Oven over medium high heat until a light haze forms on it.
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
Add the chopped onions and cook until soft, but not browned.
1 small Onion
Turn down to medium and add the garlic. Cook for 1 more minute or until fragrant. Be careful not to brown the garlic as it gets bitter.
2 cloves Garlic
Add in tomato paste. Stir and cook until it darkens in color slightly.
1 can Tomato Paste
Stir in chopped San Marzano tomatoes, parsley, sugar, Kosher salt and black pepper. Add ¼ to ½ cup water to achieve desired thickness.
28 ounces San Marzano Italian Canned tomatoes or Red Gold Brand tomatoes , 2 Tablespoons Chopped Parsley, 1 teaspoon Sugar, 2 teaspoons Kosher Salt, 1 teaspoon Black Pepper, ¼ - ½ cup Water
Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover partially with a lid and cook for 40 minutes. Stir regularly.
Add Meatballs and simmer for 40 more minutes.
Remove the meatballs and stir in cooked noodles until the sauce has been absorbed into the pasta. Serve with meatballs and top with grated Parmigiano Reggiano or Pecorino Romano.

Notes

San Marzano or Red Gold Brand tomatoes are the best choices for this sauce
Avoid browning garlic as it gets bitter
Adjust to your taste preference. Some sauces are much sweeter or contain much more minced garlic. This is where you can really make it to suit your taste.

🧡 Alpha Gal Notes: This recipe is one that can easily be enjoyed. Be aware of any specific needs and read labels for all ingredients. Use ground turkey or chicken for meatballs, if desired.

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