tomato sauce

Here’s a simple, homemade tomato sauce recipe you can make easily:

Ingredients:

4–5 ripe tomatoes

1 small onion, finely chopped

2–3 garlic cloves, minced

1–2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp sugar (optional, balances acidity)

Salt to taste

½ tsp black pepper

½ tsp dried oregano or basil (optional)

¼ cup water (if needed for consistency)

Method:

Prepare Tomatoes:

Wash tomatoes and chop them roughly.

For smoother sauce, you can blanch and peel them.

Cook Aromatics:

Heat olive oil in a pan.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

Add minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes (do not burn).

Cook Tomatoes:

Add chopped tomatoes to the pan.

Add salt, sugar, pepper, and optional herbs.

Cook on medium heat for 10–15 minutes until tomatoes soften.

Blend Sauce:

Use a hand blender or regular blender to make a smooth sauce.

If too thick, add a little water and simmer for a few more minutes.

Final Touch:

Taste and adjust seasoning.

Serve hot with pasta, pizza, or as a dip.