Italian Tomato Pasta Sauce
How to layer flavors and season like a chef for Italian Tomato Pasta Sauce
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 14 ounce can crushed tomatoes
- salt & pepper to taste
- red pepper flakes to taste
- fresh basil optional
Instructions
Base
- Heat olive oiland sauté the onion until soft.
- Add garlic, cook 1 minute. Aromatics release sweetness.
Add Tomatoes
- Stir in crushed tomatoes. Simmer 10–15 minutes. Lightly season with salt early.
Taste Midway
- Adjust salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes. Check the acidity; a pinch of sugar can help balance the tartness.
Finish
- Stir in fresh basil, and drizzle a bit of olive oil. Taste once more to ensure flavor balance.