Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 ounces canned whole peeled tomatoes
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in canned tomatoes (crush them with a wooden spoon) and simmer on low for 15 minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and freshly chopped basil.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg