Jul 14 2026
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'sauce It Up' Recipe

Inspired by Moonshine 152
Time40m
Serves4

Make 'sauce It Up' Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Seasoning Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add the Tomatoes

    Pour in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir well to combine with the sautéed aromatics.

  3. 3

    Incorporate Seasonings

    Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar to the mixture. Stir thoroughly to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed.

  4. 4

    Simmer the Sauce

    Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook uncovered for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  5. 5

    Add Optional Ingredients

    If using, stir in red pepper flakes for heat and fresh chopped basil for freshness in the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve the Sauce

    Once the sauce has thickened to your liking, remove it from heat. Serve warm over pasta, pizza, or as a dipping sauce for bread.

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