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Simple Tomato Sauce

This nutritious and delicious tomato sauce is simple and fresh and a must-have in any kitchen.
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Diabetic-Friendly, Gluten-Free, Low-Carb, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 133kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 onion small, finely chopped
  • 15 ounces tomatoes can
  • pinch of dried oregano or fresh basil
  • salt
  • 1/4 cup parmigiano reggiano grated or parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Over medium heat, in a saucepan 4 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, sautè the onion.
  • After about 2 minutes, pour the canned tomatoes.
  • Put a little bit of water in the can, swirl it to get the remaining tomato sauce then pour in the saucepan too. Let it boil then simmer for 30 - 45 minutes on low fire.
  • Add the oregano and salt to taste.
  • You can put the remaining sauce in mini containers for future use and freeze them, if you are serving baby or toddler portions.
  • If you are using it as pasta sauce, mix with the cooked pasta.
  • Sprinkle with the grated Parmigiano Reggiano or Parmesan & drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.
  • If you are using it as pizza base, don't add the cheese & oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5cups | Calories: 133kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 123mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g |
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 5
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 5