il Sugo recipe served on a plate, by il Sugo Italian Kitchen
Jul 13 2026
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Il Sugo Recipe

Inspired by il Sugo Italian Kitchen
Time1h
Serves4

Make Il Sugo Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Tomato Base

Herbs and Seasonings

Finishing Touches

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Base Ingredients

    In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened and the onion is translucent.

  2. 2

    Add Tomato Base

    Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and vegetable broth. Mix well to combine all ingredients.

  3. 3

    Season the Sauce

    Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar to the mixture. Stir everything together thoroughly.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Simmer the Sauce

    Bring the sauce to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the flavors to meld together.

  2. 5

    Finish the Sauce

    Once the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, remove it from the heat. Stir in the freshly chopped basil and grated Parmesan cheese.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve il Sugo

    Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve warm over your favorite pasta, and enjoy!

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