Description
This vibrant cherry tomato spaghetti sauce is a weeknight wonder, bursting with fresh, sweet, and tangy flavors. It comes together in under 30 minutes for a delightful homemade meal.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 lbs cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Optional: 1 tsp balsamic vinegar or a pinch of sugar, to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in halved cherry tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Cover and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes, until tomatoes burst.
- Uncover, gently mash burst tomatoes with a spoon, and simmer for another 5-10 minutes, or until desired thickness.
- Remove from heat, stir in fresh basil, and adjust seasoning with balsamic or sugar if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins