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Quick Tomato Sauce (ATK)




Source of Recipe


America's Test Kitchen


List of Ingredients




2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/4 cup grated onion , from 1 medium onion (see note)
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano Table salt 2 medium garlic cloves , minced or pressed through garlic press (about 2 teaspoons)
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes (see note)
1/4 teaspoon sugar 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil Ground black pepper

Recipe



Heat butter in medium saucepan over medium heat until melted. Add onion, oregano, and ½ teaspoon salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid has evaporated and onion is golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in tomatoes and sugar; increase heat to high and bring to simmer. Lower heat to medium-low and simmer until thickened slightly, about 10 minutes. Off heat, stir in basil and oil; season with salt and pepper. Serve.