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Fresh tomato sauce in a jar with basil leaves and olives
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Fresh Tomato Sauce

Skip the canned version and try this Fresh Tomato Sauce recipe with ripe garden tomatoes for a flavorful, homemade touch.
Course Sauce
Keyword Basil, Black Pepper, Garlic, Salt, Tomatoes
Cooking Method Stovetop
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 35kcal
Author Capital Area Food Bank

Equipment

  • Stovetop
  • Large Skillet

Ingredients

  • 4 large Tomatoes Core removed and chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • ¼ cup Basil Chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • Pepper To taste

Instructions

  • Combine ingredients and mix well. Allow to sit 15 minutes or up to an hour to allow flavors to come together.

Notes

Chef's Tips
  • Can substitute 4 large tomatoes for 1 (15oz) canned tomatoes.
  • Enjoy on toast, with pasta, or on top of chicken or fish.
  • Have kids cut the herbs with a scissors. Point out the smell of the herbs as they cut.

Nutrition

Calories: 35kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 155mg | Potassium: 442mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1595IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg