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Savor the taste of the Mediterranean with this Roasted Tomato and Garlic Spaghetti Sauce. Fresh garden tomatoes meet aromatic garlic in this homemade sauce, which is perfect for enhancing your favorite dishes.
Type of Cuisine:
Mediterranean
Prep Time: 20 Minutes.
Cook Time: 1 hour
How Many Servings?
6 Servings
Ingredients:
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| 15 fresh ripe tomatoes (approximately 4 ½ LB) | |
| 2 heads of garlic, separated but not peeled (about 20 cloves) | |
| 4 tablespoons olive oil | |
| Salt and pepper to taste | |
| 1 large onion, finely diced | |
| 2 carrots, finely grated | |
| 2 tablespoons tomato paste | |
| 1 tablespoon sugar to taste (optional) | |
| 1 bunch of fresh basil |
Preparation
1
Roast the Tomatoes and Garlic
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Slice the tomatoes in half and place them cut-side up on a baking sheet. Scatter the garlic cloves around the tomatoes, then drizzle everything generously with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast for about 35 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and juicy. To get that deep, smoky flavor, switch the oven to low broil and broil for an additional 10 minutes until the tops are nicely charred
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Slice the tomatoes in half and place them cut-side up on a baking sheet. Scatter the garlic cloves around the tomatoes, then drizzle everything generously with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast for about 35 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and juicy. To get that deep, smoky flavor, switch the oven to low broil and broil for an additional 10 minutes until the tops are nicely charred
2
Prepare the Tomatoes and Garlic
Once the tomatoes have cooled slightly, gently peel off their skins—they should slip right off after roasting. Next, squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins. They’ll be soft, sweet, and ready to blend right in
Once the tomatoes have cooled slightly, gently peel off their skins—they should slip right off after roasting. Next, squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins. They’ll be soft, sweet, and ready to blend right in
3
Cook the Sauce
In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and carrots, and sauté until the veggies are soft and the onions look translucent. Next, stir in the tomato paste and cook for a minute or two until it's well blended with the vegetables. Add the roasted tomatoes and garlic, gently breaking them up with your spoon as everything starts to come together.
In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and carrots, and sauté until the veggies are soft and the onions look translucent. Next, stir in the tomato paste and cook for a minute or two until it's well blended with the vegetables. Add the roasted tomatoes and garlic, gently breaking them up with your spoon as everything starts to come together.
4
Blend and Simmer the Sauce
If you prefer a smoother texture, use an immersion blender right in the pot to puree the sauce to your liking. Then, lower the heat and let it gently simmer for at least 30 minutes. The longer it simmers, the richer and more developed the flavors become—so don’t rush it!
If you prefer a smoother texture, use an immersion blender right in the pot to puree the sauce to your liking. Then, lower the heat and let it gently simmer for at least 30 minutes. The longer it simmers, the richer and more developed the flavors become—so don’t rush it!
5
Finish with Seasoning and Basil
Give the sauce a taste and adjust the seasoning—add more salt and pepper if needed, and a pinch of sugar to balance the acidity if it tastes too sharp. Finally, stir in the fresh basil and let it simmer for another 5 minutes so the flavors can fully come together.
Give the sauce a taste and adjust the seasoning—add more salt and pepper if needed, and a pinch of sugar to balance the acidity if it tastes too sharp. Finally, stir in the fresh basil and let it simmer for another 5 minutes so the flavors can fully come together.
6
Serve and Enjoy
Spoon your roasted tomato sauce over your favorite pasta, top with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, and finish with a few fresh basil leaves. It’s simple, comforting, and bursting with Mediterranean flavor—enjoy every bite!
Spoon your roasted tomato sauce over your favorite pasta, top with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, and finish with a few fresh basil leaves. It’s simple, comforting, and bursting with Mediterranean flavor—enjoy every bite!
Recipe Tips & Suggestions
How Long Can Spaghetti Sauce Last in the Fridge?
Spaghetti sauce can typically last in the fridge for about 4 to 5 days. Another common question I often receive is, “Can you refreeze spaghetti sauce?” For the best flavor, you can freeze this sauce for up to 6 months.
To use, defrost the sauce in the refrigerator overnight and then heat it on the stovetop or in the microwave. Keep in mind that the consistency of the sauce may change slightly upon defrosting due to the water content of the tomatoes, but a quick simmer on the stove can restore its original texture. This is important if you prefer your spaghetti sauce chunky.