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Classic Pomodoro Sauce
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A traditional Italian tomato sauce that is simple yet flavorful, highlighting the quality of San Marzano tomatoes with a base of aromatics and Parmesan rind to enhance the taste.
00:30:00 total
Serves 4
easy
Sauce / Dressing / Flavoured Butter
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Ingredients
- red onion - 1 (one, whole, for infusion)
- carrot - 1 (one, whole, for infusion; can use skin for added flavor)
- garlic cloves - watch the video to see (smashed and peeled, quantity as preferred)
- Parmesan rind - watch the video to see (for a nutty, salty flavor)
- San Marzano tomatoes - 28 oz (28 oz can, hand-crushed)
- basil - watch the video to see (fresh, added at the beginning and more at the end for maximum flavor)
- olive oil - watch the video to see (extra virgin, for cooking and finishing)
- salt - to taste (to taste, added at the end)
Instructions
- Prepare the Aromatics: Peel the red onion and carrot. Leave them whole for infusion.
- Infuse the Olive Oil: Heat a stainless steel saucepan over medium-low heat. Add extra virgin olive oil and the smashed garlic cloves to infuse the oil.
- Add Tomatoes and Aromatics: Hand-crush the San Marzano tomatoes into the pan. Nestle the whole red onion, carrot, and Parmesan rind into the sauce. Add a portion of the basil.
- Simmer: Let the sauce simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Season: After simmering, taste the sauce and season with salt as needed.
- Remove Aromatics and Finish: Remove and discard the onion, carrot, garlic, and Parmesan rind. Optionally, blend the sauce for a smoother texture. Add additional fresh basil for enhanced flavor.
- Serve: Serve the sauce over al dente pasta, finishing with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
