Rich Tomato Sauce – Only THREE Ingredients

A plate of spaghetti with rich tomato sauce.

Rich Tomato Sauce – Only THREE Ingredients

With only THREE ingredients, this rich tomato sauce recipe is easy to make yet tastes like you are in a fine Italian restaurant. Grab an onion, a can of tomatoes, and some butter (yes, butter!), and let's go! Dinner will be ready in under an hour.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 45

Total Time 55

Servings servings

Calories 172kcal

Author Sharon Rhodes

Ingredients

28 oz. can whole, peeled San Marzano tomatoes
5 tbsp butter
1 medium onion peeled and halved
2-3 good pinches of sea salt

Instructions

Place all ingredients into a saucepot and bring to a bubbling simmer.
Turn the heat down and let simmer over low heat for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, breaking up tomatoes with the back of the spoon.
Discard the onion and serve the sauce over your pasta of choice.

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Notes

Storage Tips

To Store: Transfer cooled leftovers to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

To Freeze: Place the airtight container in the freezer and store it for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight.

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