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Sugo di Pomodoro (Authentic Italian Tomato Sauce)

A simple traditional sugo di pomodoro, an Italian tomato sauce flavored with extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, and basil. Use on pasta, pizza, gnocchi, and more.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 28-ounce can crushed San Marzano tomatoes
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Pinch of sugar optional, to balance acidity
  • 6 fresh basil leaves torn

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the extra-virgin olive oil until it shimmers.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the crushed San Marzano tomatoes, scraping any browned bits from the pan for extra flavor.
  4. Stir in salt, pepper, and sugar. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in torn basil leaves. Let the sauce rest for 2 minutes to infuse.
  6. Ladle the sugo over al dente pasta, use it as a pizza base, or drizzle on roasted gnocchi.
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