Best 8 Three Ingredient Tomato Sauce Recipes

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When it comes to creating a flavorful and versatile tomato sauce, simplicity is key. With just three ingredients, you can craft a delectable sauce that elevates various dishes, from pasta to pizza and more. The beauty of this recipe lies in its minimal approach, highlighting the natural flavors of tomatoes while allowing you to customize it according to your taste preferences. Whether you prefer a smooth or chunky texture, a vibrant red color, or a hint of herbs and spices, this three-ingredient tomato sauce offers endless possibilities for culinary exploration.

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THE SIMPLEST TOMATO SAUCE EVER (MARCELLA HAZAN)



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In its very simplicity lie the secrets. This sauce is incredible. It has 3 ingredients, and no chopping. The amateurgourmet calls it Marcella Hazan's CRAZY tomato sauce. This is not your thick pasty sauce, it is a light luscious wonder. Add garlic or basil or mozzarella to it as you choose but try it this way first. The butter..DON'T switch to olive oil, it makes the sauce.

Provided by MarraMamba

Categories     Sauces

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups canned plum tomatoes (whole, peeled, chopped, with their juices about one 28-oz. can)
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium yellow onion, peeled and cut in half
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the tomatoes, their juices, the butter, and the onion halves in a medium saucepan.
  • Add a pinch or two of salt. Place over medium heat and bring to a simmer. Cook, uncovered, at a very slow but steady simmer, adjusting the heat as necessary, for about 45 minutes, or until droplets of fat float free from the tomato.
  • Stir occasionally, mashing any large pieces of tomato with the back of a wooden spoon. Taste and salt as needed.
  • Discard the onion.

HOMEMADE TOMATO SAUCE



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This homemade tomato sauce is made with fresh tomatoes, slowly cooked with onion, green pepper, basil, garlic, and red wine until rich and flavorful.

Provided by MOLSON7

Categories     Tomato Pasta Sauce

Time 4h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

10 ripe tomatoes
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup Burgundy wine
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 stalks celery
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons tomato paste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Prepare a large bowl of ice water.
  • Plunge whole tomatoes in boiling water until skin starts to peel, about 1 minute. Remove with a slotted spoon and place in ice bath. Let rest until cool enough to handle, then remove peels and squeeze out seeds.
  • Chop 8 tomatoes and puree them in a blender or food processor until smooth. Chop remaining 2 tomatoes and set aside.
  • Heat butter and oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, carrot, and garlic; cook and stir until onion softens, about 5 minutes. Pour in pureed tomatoes, then stir in chopped tomatoes, wine, basil, and Italian seasoning. Place celery stalks and bay leaf in the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 hours.
  • Stir in tomato paste; simmer for an additional 2 hours. Discard celery and bay leaf and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 104.9 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

MY MOTHER'S BUTTER, TOMATO, AND ONION SAUCE



My Mother's Butter, Tomato, and Onion Sauce image

The easiest tomato sauce recipe for pasta only has 3 ingredients.

Provided by Guiliano Hazan

Categories     Sauce     Onion     Tomato     Vegetarian     Butter     3-Ingredient Recipes     Pasta     Dinner

Yield Makes enough for 1 pound dried pasta

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds ripe tomatoes, or 3 cups canned whole peeled tomatoes with their juice
1 medium sweet yellow onion
5 tablespoons butter
1 1/4 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • If using fresh tomatoes, peel them. Coarsely chop the fresh or canned tomatoes. Trim both ends of the onion; peel it and cut it in half lengthwise.
  • Put the tomatoes, onion, butter, and salt in a 4- to 5-quart saucepan over medium heat. When the tomatoes begin to bubble, lower the heat to a slow but steady simmer. Cook, stirring every 10 to 15 minutes, until the tomatoes are no longer watery and the sauce has reduced, about 45 minutes, depending on the size and shape of the pot. The sauce is done when the butter has separated from the tomatoes and there is no remaining liquid.

MARCELLA HAZAN'S TOMATO SAUCE



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This is perhaps the most famous recipe created by Marcella Hazan, the cookbook author who changed how Americans cook Italian food. It also may be her easiest. Use your favorite canned tomatoes for this and don't be scared off by the butter. It gives the sauce an unparalleled velvety richness.

Provided by The New York Times

Categories     easy

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups tomatoes, in addition to their juices (for example, a 28-ounce can of San Marzano whole peeled tomatoes)
5 tablespoons butter
1 onion, peeled and cut in half
Salt

Steps:

  • Combine the tomatoes, their juices, the butter and the onion halves in a saucepan. Add a pinch or two of salt.
  • Place over medium heat and bring to a simmer. Cook, uncovered, for about 45 minutes. Stir occasionally, mashing any large pieces of tomato with a spoon. Add salt as needed.
  • Discard the onion before tossing the sauce with pasta. This recipe makes enough sauce for a pound of pasta.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 153, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 287 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 1 gram

SEVEN INGREDIENT TOMATO SAUCE



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This is a very simple recipe to make and tastes great too. This sauce tastes extra good if you add fried meatballs or pork spareribs to the sauce. Another good addition is a can of drained peas, if you like them. Happy eating!

Provided by BIGRED7197

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato

Time 3h10m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
7 cloves garlic, minced
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 (28 ounce) cans tomato puree
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons dried basil leaves
1 teaspoon white sugar

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan and cook and stir garlic, being careful not to burn it. Pour in tomato paste and simmer on low for 5 minutes. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato puree, pepper, salt, basil and sugar; stir. Cook on low for three hours, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.5 calories, Carbohydrate 17.3 g, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 700.2 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

THREE-INGREDIENT MARINARA



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The beauty of this sauce is in its simplicity. Find the best quality ingredients you can find and this marinara will be the star of any dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 20m

Yield Makes 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 can (28 ounces) whole peeled tomatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a food processor, puree tomatoes until smooth. In a straight-sided skillet, heat oil over medium. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add pureed tomatoes and season. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 15 minutes.

THREE INGREDIENT TOMATO SAUCE



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This came from the Nicholas Sparks "True Believer" novel. In the novel, Lexie made her grandmother Doris' Italian recipe for Jeremy. Jeremy loved it and so did my own husband. And, this is so easy.

Provided by Caits Mom

Categories     Sauces

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (28 ounce) cans san marzano tomatoes
2 large onions
8 ounces butter
fresh-grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Pour both large cans of tomatoes into the pot.
  • Add the whole stick of butter.
  • Skin both onions, cut off the ends, and cut in half and put in the pot.
  • Stir with a long wooden spoon, bring to a boil, then set the heat on low and leave on for 1 1/2 hours.
  • Pour over your favorite pasta and top with fresh-grated Parmesan cheese.

MAGIC THREE-INGREDIENT PASTA SAUCE



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Three ingredients: tomato, butter, and onion come together perfectly in this simple - and simply magical - pasta sauce.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 24-ounce can whole tomatoes (San Marzano are fabulous, but I've used others and they're also delicious)
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium yellow onion (peeled and halved)
Salt (optional, to taste)

Steps:

  • Add the tomatoes, butter, and onion to a heavy medium-sized saucepan. Bring sauce to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low, keeping it at a steady simmer.
  • Simmer for about 45 minutes until the butter droplets float free from the tomatoes, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, gently smashing the tomato on the side of the pan as you stir.
  • Remove the onion and discard.
  • If desired, season to taste with salt.
  • Serve with your favorite pasta.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes: The quality of your tomatoes will greatly impact the flavor of your sauce. Look for tomatoes that are bright red and have a slight give when you press them.
  • Use fresh herbs and spices: Fresh herbs and spices will add a lot of flavor to your sauce. Some good options include basil, oregano, thyme, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
  • Don't overcook the sauce: Tomato sauce is best when it is simmered for a short period of time. Overcooking can make the sauce thick and bland.
  • Taste the sauce as you go: Season the sauce to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices. Be careful not to over-season, as you can always add more seasoning later.
  • Let the sauce cool before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop.

Conclusion:

With just three ingredients, you can make a delicious and versatile tomato sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. This sauce is perfect for pasta, pizza, soups, and stews. It is also a great way to use up fresh tomatoes from your garden. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this three-ingredient tomato sauce a try.

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