Description
This vibrant cherry tomato spaghetti sauce bursts with fresh flavor, proving that simple ingredients can create extraordinary meals. It’s an incredibly satisfying and versatile sauce for any pasta night.
Ingredients
- 2 pints (about 4 cups) cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, roughly chopped
- 2 Tablespoons fresh oregano, roughly chopped
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Prep Ingredients: Wash and halve cherry tomatoes. Finely dice onion and mince garlic. Chop fresh basil and oregano.
- 2. Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened and translucent (5-7 mins). Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using), cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3. Burst Tomatoes: Add halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Increase heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes soften, burst, and release juices (10-15 mins).
- 4. Simmer: Stir in sugar, salt, and black pepper. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow flavors to meld.
- 5. Finish & Serve: Remove from heat. Stir in chopped fresh basil and oregano. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve warm over your favorite pasta, topped with Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins