Quick Homemade Italian Tomato Sauce

🍝 Serving Ideas

• Toss with spaghetti or penne and top with Parmesan
• Use as a base for pizza night
• Layer into lasagna or baked ziti
• Spoon over chicken or eggplant Parmesan
• Serve as a dip for mozzarella sticks or garlic bread

🧊 Storage & Freezing

• Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days
• Freezer: Freeze in portions for up to 3 months — just thaw and reheat when needed

💡 Quick Tips

• Use good tomatoes: High-quality canned tomatoes (especially San Marzano) make all the difference.
• No garlic? Swap in finely chopped onion or shallots.
• Want a richer flavor? Add a splash of red wine or a pat of butter in the final 5 minutes of cooking.
• Go fresh: If you have fresh tomatoes in season, you can blanch, peel, and crush them for an even more vibrant version.

Final Thoughts

This Quick Homemade Italian Tomato Sauce is proof that delicious, comforting meals don’t have to be complicated. With just a few staple ingredients and a little stovetop time, you can have a rich, restaurant-quality sauce that tastes like it’s straight from Nonna’s kitchen — no jar required.

It’s fast. It’s flexible. And it’s about to become a go-to recipe in your kitchen.

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