Jul 14 2026
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Ingredients
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Sauce Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare Ingredients
Gather all ingredients and prepare them for cooking.
- 2
- 3
Add Tomatoes
Stir in the diced tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer.
- 4
Simmer Sauce
Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 5
Finish with Basil and Vinegar
Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the fresh basil and balsamic vinegar. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- 6
Serve
Serve the sauce warm over your favorite pasta or as a dip.





