Decadent Tomato Pasta Sauce for a Perfect Dinner Delight

Ingredients

- 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
- 1 jar (24 oz) pasta sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the Base
- Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

2. Sauté Aromatics
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the saucepan.
- Cook until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 5 minutes.

3. Incorporate Tomato Paste
- Stir in the tomato paste to coat the onions and garlic.
- Allow the mixture to cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally to enhance its flavor.

4. Create the Sauce
- Pour in the pasta sauce, and mix well with the tomato paste mixture.
- Add the dried basil, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using).

5. Simmer and Season
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Allow the sauce to simmer, uncovered, for about 15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

6. Taste and Adjust
- Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as necessary.

7. Garnish and Serve
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

8. Enjoy
- Serve this decadent sauce over your favorite pasta, and relish the rich and comforting flavors.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT10M
10 minutes

- Cooking Time: PT25M
25 minutes

Total Time

- PT35M
35 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

- Tomato sauce
- Pasta
- Dinner
- Italian cuisine
- Quick meal
- Comfort food
- Easy recipe
- Vegetarian
- Family dinner
- Savory

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- 720 calories

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