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Classic sauce

30 min4 serv.20 февр. 2026 г.

Description

Homemade sauce recipe. You can use fresh or dried basil for the sauce. As additional spices, you can add oregano or thyme for extra flavor. Perfect served with pasta, meat, and vegetables.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Step 1

    Prepare the required ingredients to make the sauce.

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    Step 2

    Step 2

    Peel the onion, rinse it in cold water, and finely chop.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Step 3

    Pour a little olive oil into a hot pan and add the sliced onion. Fry, stirring, for 1-2 minutes. The onion will become softer and more translucent.

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    Step 4

    Step 4

    Then add the tomatoes in their own juice to the pan. You can simply mash them with a fork or blend with an immersion blender. Mix together with the onion.

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    Step 5

    Step 5

    Immediately press a couple of garlic cloves directly into the pan. Add salt, spices, and dried basil. Add a bay leaf.

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    Step 6

    Step 6

    Bring everything to a boil and simmer over low heat for 15–20 minutes. During this time, excess liquid will evaporate from the sauce, making it thicker. Adjust the cooking time according to the desired sauce consistency.

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    Step 7

    Step 7

    The finished sauce can be distributed into sterile jars and stored in a cool place. To serve, place the sauce in a sauce boat and.

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    Step 8

    Step 8

    The sauce can be served immediately or chilled.