Description
Create the best flavor cherry tomato spaghetti sauce with our step-by-step easy recipe. Perfect for a quick and delicious meal!
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs cherry tomatoes (red, yellow, or mixed)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn or roughly chopped
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- (Optional) 1-inch piece Parmesan rind
- (Optional) 1/4 cup dry white wine or vegetable broth
Instructions
- 1. Prep Ingredients: Wash tomatoes; leave whole or halve. Mince garlic. Tear basil.
- 2. Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3. Burst Tomatoes: Add tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Increase heat to medium-high. Cook 8-12 minutes, stirring, until tomatoes burst. Gently press some to release juices.
- 4. Simmer and Reduce: Reduce heat to low; simmer 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add Parmesan rind or wine/broth if using.
- 5. Finish: Remove from heat. Stir in fresh basil. Taste and adjust seasoning. Remove Parmesan rind before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins