Description
Create the best flavor cherry tomato spaghetti sauce with our easy-to-follow, step-by-step recipe. Perfect for a delicious meal!
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 pints (about 4 cups) cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth or water
- 1/2 tsp sea salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped (or 1 tsp dried oregano)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened (5-7 minutes). Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cook until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Stir in cherry tomatoes, broth/water, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook on low for 15-20 minutes until tomatoes burst.
- Uncover and gently mash about two-thirds of the tomatoes with a fork or potato masher. Simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat, stir in fresh basil. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve immediately with pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30-35 mins