Description
This vibrant and easy cherry tomato spaghetti sauce recipe is packed with the sweet, concentrated flavor of roasted tomatoes and fresh basil. It’s a quick weeknight meal that tastes like pure summer sunshine.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs cherry or grape tomatoes
- 4–6 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
- 3–4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Optional: pinch red pepper flakes, dried oregano, or a tiny pinch of sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Spread tomatoes and garlic on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Roast for 25-35 minutes, until tomatoes burst and caramelize.
- Carefully transfer roasted tomatoes and garlic to a saucepan. Mash with a potato masher.
- Simmer for 10-15 minutes over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat, stir in fresh basil. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Serve hot with your favorite pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 35-45 mins