Store‑Style Pasta Sauce: A Homemade Classic
Ever wondered how to recreate that rich, restaurant‑quality pasta sauce at home? This recipe brings the familiar, comforting flavor of your favorite shop‑bought sauce straight into your kitchen—without the added cost.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Yield: 5 servings
Ingredients
- 2.2 lb fresh tomatoes (about 1 kg)
- 1 Tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup finely chopped onion
- ½ Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Directions
- Peel the tomato stems, then blend the whole tomato fruit until smooth. Set aside.
- Heat the oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the blended tomatoes to the onion‑garlic mixture, stirring to combine.
- Season with salt and black pepper, then reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
- Serve hot over your favorite pasta, or let cool and refrigerate for later use.
Nutrition (per serving): 120 calories • 3 g protein • 30 g carbs • 4 g fat







