Sugo (Italian Tomato Sauce)

Sugo (Italian Tomato Sauce)

from cozymeal.com
85 min
4 servings

Sugo is an authentic Italian tomato sauce that benefits from slow-simmering on the stove. This recipe uses only a handful of ingredients to create a rich, flavorful sauce.

Ingredients

  • 2 tblsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, minced
  • 4 cloves garlic, lightly smashed
  • 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
  • Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 28 oz can crushed San Marzano tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup(s) red wine, optional
  • Handful fresh basil leaves, torn (plus more for garnish)
  • pasta, for serving

Directions

  1. 1

    <p>Prep and gather all ingredients. Heat the olive oil in a large <a href="https://www.cozymeal.com/shop/cookware" target="_blank" rel="noopener">pot</a> over medium heat.</p>

  2. 2

    <p>Add the onion and cook until softened and translucent. Add the smashed garlic cloves and cook until fragrant and lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the garlic from the pan.</p>

  3. 3

    <p>Add the salt, red pepper flakes, bay leaf, crushed tomatoes and wine, if using.</p>

  4. 4

    <p>Bring the sauce to a simmer and cover. Simmer for 1 hour. After 1 hour, remove the lid and simmer uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the sauce is thickened to your liking. Stir in basil and remove bay leaf. Taste and adjust for seasoning and salt.</p>

  5. 5

    <p>Serve with pasta.</p>