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Tomato Sauce with Basil and a Special Twist


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  • Author: Marta Nadales
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Description

A flavorful homemade tomato sauce with a unique twist of cinnamon and Martini Rosato, perfect for pasta or as a dipping sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 6 big ripe tomatoes
  • 1 sweet onion
  • 4 cloves of garlic
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup Martini Rosato
  • 1 carrot
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Maldon salt
  • A bunch of fresh basil
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Chop the onion and carrot into tiny bits.
  2. In a large pan, heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the chopped onion and carrot to the pan and stir-fry until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Wash and chop the tomatoes, then add them to the pan and mix well.
  5. Crush the garlic cloves and add them to the sauce. Lower the heat and cook for 3 minutes.
  6. Add the ground cinnamon and Martini Rosato, stirring to combine.
  7. Season with sugar and Maldon salt, then let the sauce simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and the flavors meld together.
  8. Just before serving, tear the fresh basil leaves and stir them into the sauce.

Notes

This sauce pairs well with pasta or as a dipping sauce for bread. Use organic tomatoes for the best flavor. The Martini Rosato adds a unique bittersweet flavor that complements the tomatoes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10
  • Sodium: 800
  • Fat: 7
  • Carbohydrates: 18
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 3
  • Cholesterol: 0