Sure! Sunday sauce, also known as marinara sauce or tomato sauce, is a classic Italian recipe that’s perfect for serving with pasta, meatballs, or as a dipping sauce for bread. Here’s a simple recipe:
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 (28-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
- 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, to balance the acidity of the tomatoes)
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste.
- Add the dried oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary, and red pepper flakes (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- If you prefer a sweeter sauce, add a tablespoon of sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Let the sauce simmer gently for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve the sauce hot over cooked pasta or use it as a dipping sauce for bread. Garnish with chopped fresh basil leaves if desired.
Feel free to adjust the seasoning and ingredients according to your taste preferences. Enjoy your Sunday sauce!
