How to Make Basic Spicy Tomato Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

There’s nothing quite like a homemade tomato sauce to bring out the flavors in your favorite pasta dishes. And when you add a bit of spice to the mix, you take your basic tomato sauce to a whole new level. This Basic Spicy Tomato Sauce recipe is the perfect blend of tangy tomatoes, savory aromatics, and just the right amount of heat.

With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a versatile sauce that will elevate your spaghetti, lasagna, or even meatball...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • salt to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the onion in the oil until translucent. Add the garlic and cook and stir another 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning. Season with salt. Cook until completely heated, another 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    101 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 174mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 14g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 64mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 458mg