Spicy tomato sauce recipe

Sure, here’s a simple recipe for spicy tomato sauce:

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste for desired spice level)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the saucepan and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes.
4. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
5. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
6. If you prefer a smoother consistency, you can use an immersion blender to blend the sauce until smooth.
7. Once the sauce is ready, serve it hot over your favorite pasta or use it as a dipping sauce for breadsticks or as a base for pizza.
8. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Enjoy your spicy tomato sauce! Adjust the spice level by adding more or less red pepper flakes according to your preference.