Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRenee's TucsonOld Town Recipe

Old Town Recipe

Inspired by Renee's Tucson
Time50m
Serves4

Red sauce, tomatoes, garlic, mozzarella, basil, and Parmesan. Vegan option available upon request.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  2. 2

    Cook the Tomatoes

    Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and let cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. 3

    Add Basil

    Once the sauce has thickened, stir in the chopped basil and remove from heat.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Dish

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread a layer of the sauce in a baking dish. Layer half of the mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then add another layer of sauce.

  5. 5

    Top with Cheese

    Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese on top.

  6. 6

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Old Town dish!

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