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Fresh Cherry Tomato Pasta Sauce in a Bowl

Cherry Tomato Pasta Sauce


  • Author: eleanor
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Cherry Tomato Pasta Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful sauce made from fresh cherry tomatoes, garlic, and basil, perfect for any pasta dish.


Ingredients

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  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 4 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 6 garlic cloves
  • minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil
  • chopped
  • 1 tsp sugar

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add the cherry tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Cook until the tomatoes start to burst, about 10-15 minutes.
  4. Stir in the chopped basil and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Serve over your favorite pasta and enjoy!

Notes

For a smoother sauce, blend the mixture once cooked. Adjust seasoning to taste.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Sauce, Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving with sauce
  • Calories: 215 kcal
  • Sugar: 7 g
  • Sodium: 590 mg
  • Fat: 19 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

Keywords: Cherry Tomato Pasta Sauce, cherry tomatoes, pasta sauce, easy recipes, fresh basil