Jul 09 2026
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Extra Sauce Recipe

Inspired by Rocco's Restaurant
Time35m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Flavor Enhancers

Sweeteners

Fresh Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté Aromatics

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

  2. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the tomato sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, sugar, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Simmer the Sauce

    Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

  2. 4

    Adjust Seasoning

    Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, black pepper, or sugar as needed.

Finishing Touch

  1. 5

    Add Fresh Basil

    Once the sauce is done simmering, remove it from heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil.

  2. 6

    Serve

    Use the extra sauce immediately, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

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