Garlic tomato sauce is a classic Italian staple that can be used as a base for many dishes, including pasta, pizzas, stews, and soups. It is a versatile sauce that can be tailored to individual tastes by adjusting the amount of garlic, tomatoes, and herbs used. With its simple ingredients and bold flavors, garlic tomato sauce is a quick and easy way to add a burst of flavor to any meal. Whether you are a novice cook or a seasoned chef, this article will provide you with the knowledge and guidance you need to create the perfect garlic tomato sauce.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
FRESH TOMATO, BASIL, AND GARLIC SAUCE OVER ANGEL HAIR PASTA
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 48m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and prepare an ice water bath. Cut a small "x" on the bottom of each tomato. In batches, place the tomatoes in the boiling water and blanch them for about 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until the skins are easy to peel away. Remove and immediately plunge into the ice bath. Peel the tomatoes and halve horizontally. Squeeze out the seeds, using your fingers to get them all. Roughly chop the peeled and seeded tomatoes. Set aside. (You can also use whole peeled canned tomatoes. Simply drain them, seed, and roughly chop).
- Heat a large saute pan over medium high heat. Add the olive oil and heat. When the oil is hot, add the onions and garlic and saute for 2 minutes. Add the thyme leaves, oregano sprig, and chili flakes and saute until the garlic begins to turn golden brown. Add the tomatoes and the sugar and stir well. Lower the heat and cook slowly until the mixture is fairly dry, about 15 minutes.
- Cook the angel hair pasta in boiling, salted water until al dente. Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce. Add the Parmesan and basil and toss well. Place in a large pasta bowl and garnish with Parmesan and basil sprigs.
CHICKEN WITH GARLIC-TOMATO SAUCE
My husband and I made up this recipe as we went along, and we love the way it turned out. It reminds us me something found at Italian restaurants. -Angela Schellenberg of Steinbach, Manitoba
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Sprinkle both sides of chicken with pepper. In a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, brown chicken on each side in 1 teaspoon oil. Remove and keep warm. , In the same skillet, saute tomatoes and garlic in remaining oil for 1 minute. Add carrots; saute 2-3 minutes longer. Combine the tomato sauce, broth, tomato paste and rosemary; stir into skillet. Bring to a boil. , Return chicken to the pan. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until chicken juices run clear and carrots are crisp-tender. Serve with pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 510mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
QUICK SAUTEED SHRIMP IN TOMATO GARLIC SAUCE
Provided by Sunny Anderson
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saute pan over medium heat, add the olive oil, scallions, garlic, a nice pinch of salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Cook until the greens of the scallions are wilted and darkened with the oil and the garlic is tender and slightly golden, about 4 minutes. Add the tomatoes, season with salt and cook while stirring until the tomatoes are softened, about 2 minutes. Add the clam juice and lemon juice, bring to a light simmer and stir. Taste, and if the tomatoes and lemon juice are too tart, add sugar and stir.
- Sprinkle the shrimp with salt and pepper and add to the pan. Cook on 1 side until the shrimp begins to turn opaque and curl slightly, 2 to 3 minutes. Then toss and cook until they just begin to turn pink on the other side, 1 to 2 more minutes. (Shrimp cooks fast and there's a thin line between done and overdone; the best rule is to remove the pan from the heat as they begin to reach the finish line. Continue tossing and the heat of the pan will continue to cook them until done.) Serve warm or chilled.
FUSILLI WITH RAPINI (BROCCOLI RABE), GARLIC, AND TOMATO WINE SAUCE
Delicious in the spring, cut rapini before it flowers for tender greenery. Absolutely delicious and very easily adaptable for whatever's growing in your garden.
Provided by sophie
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 40m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Fill a saucepan with enough water to cover the broccoli rabe, sprinkle in some salt, and bring the salted water to a boil. Stir in the broccoli rabe, and cook until bright green and just starting to become tender, about 2 minutes; drain the rabe, and cool in a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain well, and pat dry with paper towels.
- Fill a pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the fusilli, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat, and cook and stir the 2 roughly-chopped garlic cloves until they start to turn translucent, about 2 minutes; sprinkle with salt and black pepper, and stir in rosemary sprig, dried Italian herb mix, and crushed red pepper flakes.
- Stir in the blanched rabe, white wine, and tomatoes; remove rosemary sprig, and bring the mixture to a boil. Mix in the cooked fusilli pasta, green onions, and 1 minced clove of garlic; simmer for 1 more minute, and serve topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.5 calories, Carbohydrate 26.3 g, Cholesterol 1.8 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 390.4 mg, Sugar 7.6 g
OVEN-BRAISED BEEF WITH TOMATO SAUCE AND GARLIC
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300°.
- Coarsely chop tomatoes with juice in a food processor. Put roast in an ovenproof 4- to 5-quart heavy pot or a casserole dish with a lid. Pour tomatoes over roast and scatter garlic around it. Season with salt and pepper. Braise in middle of oven, covered, until very tender, 3 to 4 hours.
- Cut roast into 1/4-inch-thick slices and serve with sauce and garlic.
FRIED ALLIGATOR WITH A GARLIC AIOLI DIPPING SAUCE; MEDITERRANEAN ALLIGATOR WITH A TOMATO AND CAPER SAUCE; ALLIGATOR PICATTA
Steps:
- Combine equal parts of plain bread crumbs and flour in a small bowl. Dip the alligator meat in the flour mixture and set the pieces aside. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the alligator meat to the hot oil and pan-fry until all sides are evenly browned. When the alligator is cooked through, remove the meat with tongs, and drain the excess oil on a paper towel-lined plate. Immediately add salt and freshly ground pepper to taste. Before serving, squeeze the juice of 1 lemon on top of the fried alligator.
- In a food processor, pulse the garlic, green onion, and white onion until minced and thoroughly combined. Add the egg yolks and lemon juice, and pulse again until blended. Slowly drizzle the oil into through the feeding tube of the processor until the sauce emulsifies. When the sauce is thickened, add salt, pepper, and a couple drops of hot pepper sauce, to taste. Serve as a dipping sauce for the Fried Alligator.
- Combine the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add the onion and shallot to the pan, and saute for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the garlic, and then add the alligator meat. Saute the alligator for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the meat begins to brown, flipping the meat when the first side begins browning. Add the tomatoes, parsley, lemon juice, and olives to the pan. Bring to a simmer, and then lower heat to maintain a simmer for 35 to 40 minutes. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
- Pound the alligator with a meat mallet to tenderize. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, and then add the olive oil and 4 tablespoons of butter. Add the shallot, and saute for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring with a wooden spoon so that it doesn't burn. Add the alligator meat to the pan, and saute for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, or until the alligator browns slightly. Add chicken stock and flour, and then cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens. Lower the heat to medium-low, and add the capers and lemon juice, and then simmer for 15 minutes. Add butter, as needed, to thicken the sauce. Garnish the plate with lemon wedges.
BEST EVER ROASTED GARLIC TOMATO SAUCE
A Rich Intense Sauce filled with sweet red peppers, sweet onions, earthy mushrooms, savory herbs and of course creamy roasted garlic. Don't hesitate with the garlic use it all. A foundation for so many yummy dishes - pizzas, pasta, chicken, and fish, or use in a Parmesan dish of choice.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Low Protein
Time 1h30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large saucepan saute the onion, peppers, and mushrooms in the olive oil over medium-high heat until soft and lightly golden, 7 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 3 minutes.
- Pour in the sherry, add the salt, brown sugar, pepper flakes, garlic powder, paprika, thyme, oregano, parsley, basil, the tomatoes, stir to combine and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a slow simmer and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Mash the roasted garlic cloves.
- Add the roasted garlic and stir to combine. Continue to simmer for 30 minutes. Add fresh basil. Serve over pasta of choice.
- For a smooth sauce use in immersion blender.
TOMATO, BASIL, GARLIC AND MEAT SAUCE WITH ANGEL HAIR PASTA
Developed through experimentation. This dish is a family favorite when craving a pasta dish yet looking for a lite touch.
Provided by Mike Marek
Categories Pork
Time 1h5m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Prepare Tomatoes: Boil a large pot of water and prepare a bowl of ice water.
- Cut an X in the bottom of each vine ripe totmatoe.
- Place in boiling water for 30 seconds or until skin begins to peel back.
- Immediately remove and place in ice water.
- When all tomatoes are prepare, remove skins, core, cut each in half, and squeeze to remove seeds and pulp.
- Coarse chop tomatoes and set aside.
- In a large saute pan or skillet brown sausage and prosciutto.
- Add onions and galic and saute until onions begin to appear translucent.
- Deglaze pan with 1/4 cup of white wine and allow to reduce until liquid is almost gone.
- Add tomatoes and herbs and allow to simmer for 45 minutes.
- About 15 minutes before done add a generous amount of parmesan cheese to help thicken and flavor sauce.
- Prepare Angel Hair Pasta per directions cook until al dente.
- Drain and add to sauce, mix and transfer to large pasta bowl.
- Serve with fresh grated parmesan cheese.
SIMPLE ROASTED TOMATO AND GARLIC SAUCE
So simple and good for you! Perfect sauce for pizzas and pasta. Can be substituted for canned tomato sauce in any recipe. Doesn't require ripe tomatoes. Make lots when tomatoes are cheap, and freeze it in batches.
Provided by fishanyone
Categories Sauces
Time 1h
Yield 3 cups, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Slice tomatoes in half. Slice top 1/2 inch off of garlic to expose cloves. Arrange garlic and tomatoes (cut side up) on foil-lined baking dish. Drizzle olive oil over garlic. (This will keep garlic from drying out and getting bitter.) Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Roast in 350 degree oven for 50-60 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool for easier handling.
- Pour juice out of tomatoes. Discard juice. Squeeze tomato pulp and roasted garlic into blender or food processor. Dicard tomato skins and garlic paper. Blend or process for 5-10 seconds to obtain a smooth consistency.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 43.4, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 7.8, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 3.3, Protein 1.7
GARLIC TOMATO SAUCE
Provided by Marina Riccardi
Categories Sauce Garlic Tomato Kid-Friendly Family Reunion Simmer Boil Gourmet Italy Small Plates
Yield Makes about 3 cups (enough for 1 pound of spaghetti)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cut an X in bottom of each tomato and blanch in a large pot of boiling water 10 seconds. Immediately transfer tomatoes with a slotted spoon to an ice bath to cool, then peel, seed, and chop.
- Cook garlic in oil in a small heavy pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until golden, 3 to 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, red-pepper flakes, and 1/2 teaspoon salt and simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, 1 hour. Season with salt.
FAVA BEANS WITH TOMATO GARLIC SAUCE
Make and share this Fava Beans with Tomato Garlic Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Bergy
Categories Beans
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large saucepan& over medium heat saute the onions& garlic until golden.
- Stir in remaining ingredients except the beans.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes (add a bit more water if it reduces too much- the sauce should have some liquid to it).
- Gently stir in the fava beans and let stand for a few minutes so the beans absorb some of the flavor from the sauce.
TUNA STEAKS WITH GARLIC LOVERS' FRESH TOMATO SAUCE
Summer on a plate - simple, fresh and absolutely delicious! I love uncooked tomato sauces in the summer, when the garden has an abundance of juicy, vine-ripened tomatoes. This one is for the garlic and lemon lovers, and it's terrific served cold the next day! (Prep time includes letting tomato sauce sit and blend flavors; cook time is approximate only for tuna steaks.)
Provided by EdsGirlAngie
Categories Tuna
Time 2h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine tomatoes, olive oil, lemon juice and garlic.
- Season with salt and let flavors blend for two hours.
- Just before grilling or pan-searing the tuna steaks, add the herbs to the tomato mixture.
- Brush tuna steaks with olive oil and grill or pan-sear according to thickness.
- Top with the tomato-lemon sauce.
- This is scrumptious served cold the next day!
GRILLED TUNA WITH HERBED TOMATO, GARLIC AND LEMON SAUCE
Make and share this Grilled Tuna With Herbed Tomato, Garlic and Lemon Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by kymgerberich
Categories Tuna
Time 2h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, stir together the tomatoes, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic and salt. Set aside for about 2 hours to allow the flavors to blend.
- Light a grill or preheat the broiler. Stir the fresh herbs into the tomato sauce.
- Grill or broil the tuna about 4" from the heat, turning once, until charred outside and still pink in the center, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the tuna to a large platter and cut into thick strips. Thop with half of the tomato suace and pass the remainder.
ROASTED GARLIC, BELL PEPPER AND TOMATO BLENDER SAUCE
This was a recipe that I created one summer afternoon when I had a big crop of tomatoes from my garden. It is wonderful on pasta with a sprinkle of Romano cheese.
Provided by NUBBYJEN
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Tomato
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Place whole unpeeled head of garlic in an oven-safe dish with 1/4 cup water and drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil on garlic. Roast in preheated oven for about 45 minutes.
- Meanwhile, put tomatoes in a blender and blend until pureed. Add bell peppers and blend until pureed.
- Break roasted cloves of garlic and squeeze 5 cloves into blender; blend in garlic. Add 4 tablespoons olive oil and blend briefly. Add salt and pepper to taste, dried red pepper flakes and basil; blend.
- The sauce is ready, but can either be refrigerated for a couple of days to blend the flavors or can be frozen. Sauce can be served cold or heated up until just warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 415.6 mg, Sugar 6.8 g
GRILLED SPICE-RUBBED PORK WITH TOMATO GARLIC SAUCE
Categories Garlic Pork Tomato Quick & Easy Low/No Sugar Meat Pork Tenderloin Summer Grill/Barbecue Gourmet
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Prepare grill for cooking over medium-hot charcoal (moderate heat for gas). If using a charcoal grill, open vents on bottom of grill, then light charcoal. When charcoal turns grayish white (about 15 minutes from lighting), hold your hand 5 inches above grill rack to determine heat for charcoal as follows: Hot: When you can hold your hand there for 1 to 2 seconds Medium-hot: 3 to 4 seconds Low: 5 to 6 seconds
- If using a gas grill, preheat burners on high, covered, 10 minutes, then, if necessary, reduce to heat specified in recipe.
- Meanwhile, whisk together 1 tablespoon oil, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, and 1/2 teaspoon each of cumin, cinnamon, and salt in a large shallow bowl. Pat pork dry and add to spiced oil in bowl, turning to coat.
- Grill tenderloins on lightly oiled grill rack, covered only if using a gas grill, turning over occasionally, until thermometer inserted diagonally 2 inches into thickest end of meat registers 150°F, 16 to 18 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board, then tent loosely with foil and let stand 10 minutes before slicing. (Internal temperature will rise to 160°F while pork stands.)
- Cook garlic in remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a 10- to 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until pale golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Add tomatoes with their juices, remaining 1/8 teaspoon cayenne, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon each of cumin, cinnamon, and salt, then briskly simmer until sauce is slightly thickened, about 10 minutes. Slice pork and serve with sauce.
FARFALLE IN A SUN-DRIED TOMATO, GARLIC, AND WHITE WINE SAUCE
A simple dish I threw together when looking through the fridge for something to eat. To pare down to the cooking time I list, drop the farfalle in the water at the same time you put the garlic in the pan. You can also toss in a little sausage or ham(although that makes it non-vegetarian, of course)
Provided by David Deephanphongs
Categories European
Time 16m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook Farfalle very al dente, and drain.
- Heat olive oil on medium high in a large saucepan.
- Add garlic and sundried tomatoes, and saute for 2-3 minutes.
- Add diced plum tomato, and saute for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add white wine, stir for a minute, then add bell pepper.
- Let reduce for another minute, and add farfalle.
- Continue to reduce for another few minutes, stirring the entire time, until sauce is nearly completely evaporated.
- Serve.
BROILED TOMATO SAUCE WITH ROASTED GARLIC
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine garlic and oil in small glass baking dish. Cover with foil and bake until garlic is very tender, about 40 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer garlic to work surface; reserve garlic oil. Peel garlic cloves.
- Preheat broiler. Line 2 rimmed baking sheets with foil. Brush foil with some of reserved garlic oil. Arrange tomatoes, cut side down, on prepared sheets. Working in batches, broil tomatoes until skins are slightly charred, watching closely to avoid burning, about 10 minutes. Cool. Remove tomato skins and discard. Place tomatoes and any juices from baking sheets in processor. Add garlic, vinegar, honey and any remaining garlic oil. Puree sauce until smooth. Transfer to bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
GRILLED BEEF TENDERLOIN WITH ROASTED GARLIC SAUCE AND LEEK-TOMATO QUINOA
Provided by Charlie Trotter
Categories Milk/Cream Beef Garlic Summer Grill/Barbecue Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- For sauce:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine milk and garlic in small saucepan. Simmer, uncovered, over medium heat 10 minutes. Drain; discard milk. Place garlic heads, cut side up, in small ovenproof dish. Pour 1/2 cup oil over. Cover dish tightly with foil. Bake until garlic is soft, about 55 minutes. Remove garlic from oil; cool. Pour oil from dish into measuring cup; add more oil if necessary to measure 1/2 cup total. Squeeze out garlic from peel into blender. Add 1/2 cup broth and garlic oil; puree until smooth, thinning with more broth if desired. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Rewarm over medium-low heat and thin with more broth, if desired, before serving.)
- For beef:
- Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Rub beef all over with oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill beef to desired doneness, turning often, about 22 minutes for medium-rare. Remove from grill and let stand 5 minutes. Cut beef crosswise into 1/3-inch-thick slices.
- Spoon Leek-Tomato Quinoa onto 4 plates. Top with beef, sauce, and chives.
GRILLED TOMATO SAUCE WITH GARLIC
Pan roasted garlic and tomatoes make a rich concentrated sauce to use with corn dishes, grilled veggies, beans, polenta, and enchiladas! Check out the variation with chiles! Adapted from Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone by Deborah Madison.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Sauces
Time 40m
Yield 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Toss the tomatoes with a little oil to coat them, then grill, broil, or sear in a heavy skillet until wrinkled and charred in places.
- Toast the oregano in a dry skillet until fragrant, then remove to a dish.
- Toss the garlic cloves with enough oil to coat lightly, then put them in the same skillet. Cover and cook over medium heat, shaking the pan occasionally, until browned on the outside and tender when pressed. Peel the garlic when cool enough to handle.
- Puree the tomatoes and garlic in a blender until smooth. Heat 2 tbls. oil in a wide, deep skillet over medium high heat. Pour in the tomato sauce and add the oregano. Simmer the sauce, stirring frequently, until it's thickened, about 10 minutes. Season with salt to taste.
- Variation:.
- Grilled Tomato Sauce with Chiles.
- Toast 2 ancho chiles in a 300*F. oven until puffed and fragrant, about 3 minutes. Remove the stems, seeds, and veins, tear the pods into pieces, and puree in a blender with the tomatoes and garlic.
KUWAITI CHICKEN AND RICE WITH DAQOOS - GARLIC TOMATO SAUCE
Make and share this Kuwaiti Chicken and Rice With Daqoos - Garlic Tomato Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by UmmBinat
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 3h
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Rinse chicken inside and out.
- Place in a stockpot with enough water to cover. Add cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, peppercorns, juice of 1/2 lemon and salt to taste.
- Bring to a boil skimming as required, continue to simmer partially covered until chicken is done (approximately 40 minutes).
- Remove and drain the chicken, reserving broth though a strainer.
- Prepare basmati rice according to it's package directions, using broth from chicken instead of water. Add turmeric for colour and salt to taste.
- While the rice is cooking, cook the onions in a skillet over medium heat, with 2 tablespoons olive oil, until soft.
- Sprinkle with a little water and stir quickly until onions are brown and the water has evaporated. Stir in drained raisins, pine nuts, sliced blanched almonds if using, ½ teaspoons bahrat and loomi powder. Cook for one minute. Remove mixture from skillet and set aside.
- Lightly dust the boiled, drained chicken with flour. In a clean skillet over medium-high heat, brown the chicken in 1 Tbs. olive oil, turning, until the outside is crispy and brown.
- For the tomato sauce, add water, chopped tomatoes, crushed garlic, tomato paste, salt, sugar and the rest of bahrat in a small saucepan, sauté until tomatoes are soft and the sauce is well blended.
- When the rice is done, spread it on a serving platter. Sprinkle the onion mixture over the rice, and place the chicken on top. Pass the tomato garlic sauce to spoon onto individual plates.
Tips:
- Select ripe and flavorful tomatoes: This is crucial for the overall taste of the sauce. Look for vine-ripened tomatoes that are free from blemishes and have a vibrant red color.
- Roast the tomatoes: Roasting intensifies the natural sweetness and umami of tomatoes. You can roast them in the oven or on a grill until they are slightly charred and softened.
- Use fresh garlic: Fresh garlic provides a more intense and aromatic flavor compared to pre-minced or jarred garlic. Mince or grate the garlic finely to release its full flavor.
- Sauté the garlic in olive oil: Sautéing the garlic in olive oil helps to mellow its sharpness and release its natural oils. Be careful not to burn the garlic, as this will result in a bitter taste.
- Use dried oregano and basil: Dried oregano and basil are classic Italian herbs that complement the flavors of tomatoes and garlic perfectly. Add them to the sauce during the simmering process to allow their flavors to meld together.
- Season to taste: Salt and pepper are essential for balancing the flavors of the sauce. Taste the sauce throughout the cooking process and adjust the seasonings accordingly.
Conclusion:
With its vibrant color, rich flavor, and versatile applications, this garlic tomato sauce is a culinary staple that deserves a place in every kitchen. Whether you're using it as a base for pasta dishes, as a topping for pizza, or as a dipping sauce for bread or vegetables, this sauce is guaranteed to elevate your meals to the next level. So next time you're looking for a simple yet delicious sauce, give this garlic tomato sauce a try – you won't be disappointed!
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