Italian Plum Tomato Sauce Recipe

Time45m

Serves4

Classic tomato sauce made from ripe Italian plums.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Tomatoes
Start by washing the Italian plum tomatoes. Cut them in half and remove the seeds. Chop the tomatoes into small pieces.
2
Sauté the Aromatics
In a large saucepan, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
3
Cook the Sauce
Add the chopped tomatoes to the saucepan, along with salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir well and let the sauce simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4
Finish with Basil
Once the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded together, stir in the chopped fresh basil. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
5
Serve
Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your homemade Italian plum tomato sauce with your favorite pasta or as a base for other dishes.