Ingredients

The following ingredients have 1 Servings
  • 1 red onion (finely diced)
  • 4 garlic cloves (minced )
  • 1.6 kg (2 x 800g cans) whole tomatoes ((2 x 28oz cans) Alternatively use 2kg (4lbs) fresh, peeled tomatoes. )
  • ½ cup fresh basil
  • ½-1 tsp chilli flakes / red pepper flakes ((to taste) )
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp sugar

Instruction

  • Fry the onion in a few tablespoons of olive oil until soft and translucent.
  • Add the garlic and cook until fragrants, approximately 1 minute.
  • Add the tomatoes, basil, chilli flakes, salt, pepper and sugar. Reduce the heat and cook with the lid ajar for at least 30 minutes. For a more concentrated sauce, cook for up to 60 minutes. Check on the sauce regularly and add water if it looks too dry.
  • Adjust seasoning if necessary then use or store as needed.