This wonderful Pomodoro Sauce is made with just a few simple ingredients and can be ready in 20 minutes! This easy tomato sauce is made with tomatoes, garlic, and spices and is perfect served with pasta or chicken.
This Pomodoro Sauce recipe is one that every home cook should have.
The ingredient list is short, the sauce comes together quickly, and this delightful tomato sauce can elevate a simple bowl of pasta any day.
What Is Pomodoro Sauce?
Pomodoro sauce is basically a flavorful Italian tomato sauce made with garlic, tomatoes, and spices. It is typically served with pasta.
You can certainly make pomodoro sauce with fresh tomatoes but I love using canned tomatoes because I always seem to have a can in my pantry. Using canned is convenient and enables me to be able to make the sauce quickly.
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Ingredients
See recipe box below for ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions.
- canned tomatoes
- olive oil
- garlic
- dried basil
- salt
- black pepper
- honey
How To Make Pomodoro Sauce
- Begin by pouring a can of tomatoes with juices in a blender and pulse to form a coarse purée.
- Heat a little oil in a medium-sized saucepan and cook minced garlic until it begins to brown.
- Add in the tomato purée and season with a little dried basil and a touch of salt.
- Finally, stir in a little bit of honey to cut the acidity of the tomatoes.
- Simmer for about 10-15 minutes, until slightly thickened.
Not much can beat a big pot of tomato sauce simmering for hours on the stove. The aroma that fills your kitchen is amazing. But when you want a quick sauce to serve with your pasta, this easy pomodoro sauce recipe is ideal.
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Ingredients
- 1 14.5-ounce canned whole tomatoes
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic , minced
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 tablespoons honey , or more to taste
Instructions
- Begin by pouring the can of tomatoes with juices in a blender and pulse to form a coarse purée.
- Heat the oil in a medium-sized saucepan set to medium-high heat. Cook minced garlic until it begins to brown, 1-2 minutes.
- Add in the tomato purée and season with the dried basil, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in the honey.
- Simmer for about 10-15 minutes, until slightly thickened.
- Taste and adjust the seasonings and honey as desired.
Nutrition
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
Could you use this instead of marinara I. Your crockpot Italian chicken recipe?
Yes, Debbie – that’s a great idea!
Joanie
Tried your pomodoro sauce tonight. Recipe is a keeper! Thanks!
Hi Judy,
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe. Thank you so much for letting me know!
Have a wonderful week.
Joanie
Great ideas – but I don’t have a microwave so would appreciate other cooking methods ?
Thank you
Ann
Hi Ann,
Thanks so much for reaching out. The Pomodoro Sauce recipe is made on the stovetop, not in the microwave 🙂
Joanie
Thank you for explaining what is pomodolo sauce I would have no clue. I love Italian food and often make Tomato sauce from scratch. I will try this next time 😀 Thank you!
Love this easy recipe for comfort food. A classic!
Delicious!!!