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3-Ingredient Pasta Sauce

A simple yet flavorful sauce that transforms basic ingredients into a restaurant-quality dish, great for cozy pasta nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta, Sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 large can whole tomatoes (with juices) Use whole peeled tomatoes for best texture.
  • 5 tablespoons butter Unsalted butter is ideal.
  • 1 medium onion, peeled and halved Can be removed before serving or kept for additional flavor.

Method
 

Cooking the Sauce
  1. In a saucepan, add the whole tomatoes with their juices.
  2. Add the butter and the halved onion.
  3. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  4. Let the sauce simmer for about 35 to 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Lightly crush the tomatoes with a spoon as they soften.
  6. Remove the onion halves at the end, or keep them for extra flavor.
  7. Season with salt to taste, then toss with hot pasta and a splash of pasta water.

Notes

Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat slowly in a pan, adding water if it thickens too much. Can be used as a dip for bread or a sauce for meatballs.