Sauces and Condiments Sauces Pasta Sauces Tomato Sugo di Pomodoro (Authentic Italian Tomato Sauce) 4.7 (25) 20 Reviews 5 Photos This is a basic sugo recipe for traditional Italian tomato sauce flavored with extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, and basil. Toss with your favorite pasta or use for pizza, gnocchi, and more. Submitted by SilviaG Updated on December 5, 2023 Tested by Allrecipes Test Kitchen Tested by Allrecipes Test Kitchen The Allrecipes Test Kitchen staff are a team of culinary pros who make and vet recipes using only equipment you'd find in a home kitchen. Staff credentials vary but include training at the Culinary Institute of America; kitchen stints in fine dining restaurants; and countless hours in the test kitchen itself. Meet the Allrecipes Test Kitchen Save Rate Print Share 5 5 5 5 5 Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings: 4 Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, halved 2 (14 ounce) cans passata (crushed tomatoes) ¼ cup fresh basil, torn in half salt to taste Directions Gather all ingredients. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Heat oil in a saucepan over low heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook and stir until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Add passata, basil, and salt. Cover and simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until tomato sauce has thickened, about 20 minutes. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Remove garlic halves before serving. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Recipe Tips You can use 2 shallots instead of an onion.If you have the time, you can simmer the sauce longer for a more intense flavor. I Made It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 152 Calories 7g Fat 21g Carbs 4g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Calories 152 % Daily Value * Total Fat 7g 9% Saturated Fat 1g 6% Sodium 304mg 13% Total Carbohydrate 21g 8% Dietary Fiber 5g 17% Total Sugars 2g Protein 4g 8% Vitamin C 24mg 27% Calcium 91mg 7% Iron 3mg 16% Potassium 684mg 15% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved