Rustic Tomato Fusion Sauce
Transform your fresh summer tomato bounty into a vibrant and flavorful sauce that captures the essence of garden-fresh goodness! This Rustic Tomato Fusion Sauce embodies simplicity with just five ingredients, making it quick and easy to prepare without sacrificing taste. Perfect for meal prep, this sauce is incredibly versatile—ideal for pasta dishes, pizza, or as a base for stews. Whether you're using juicy plum tomatoes from your garden or the convenience of canned varieties during the colder months, you'll love how this sauce enhances your dishes. Plus, it freezes remarkably well, so you can savor a taste of summer even in the depths of winter. Try it once, and you’ll be hooked—this sauce is destined to become a staple in your kitchen!
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Servings
133
Calories
5
Ingredients
Ingredients
Olive Oil
1/3 cup (none)
Yellow Onions
3 large (chopped medium fine)
Salt
1 teaspoon (or to taste)
Tomato Paste
2 1/2 tablespoons (none)
Plum Tomatoes
6-8 (peeled and chopped or 1 (35 oz.) can of tomatoes)
Instructions
1
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over high heat until it shimmers.
2
Add the chopped yellow onions to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently until they start to soften.
3
Reduce the heat to medium and continue to cook the onions, stirring often, until they turn a lovely golden brown, approximately 25 minutes.
4
Once the onions are caramelized, stir in the salt and tomato paste, mixing well to combine.
5
If using fresh tomatoes, peel and chop them before adding them to the pot. Stir in the chopped fresh or canned tomatoes and bring the mixture to a simmer.
6
Allow the sauce to simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld beautifully.
7
Remove from heat. Use immediately or cool completely before transferring to containers for freezing.
Nutrition Information
6.7g
Fat
16.7g
Carbs
1.7g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rustic Tomato Fusion Sauce?
It is a vibrant and flavorful sauce made with five simple ingredients that captures garden-fresh goodness.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are only five core ingredients required for this recipe.
What are the 5 main ingredients?
The five ingredients are olive oil, yellow onions, salt, tomato paste, and plum tomatoes.
Can I use canned tomatoes instead of fresh?
Yes, you can substitute 6-8 fresh plum tomatoes with one 35 oz. can of tomatoes.
Is this sauce freezable?
Yes, this sauce freezes remarkably well, making it a great staple to have in the winter.
How should I store the sauce for freezing?
Allow the sauce to cool completely before transferring it to containers for freezing.
How long do I cook the onions initially?
Sauté the chopped yellow onions over high heat for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
What is the process for caramelizing the onions?
Reduce the heat to medium and cook the onions for approximately 25 minutes until they turn a golden brown.
How long does the sauce need to simmer?
The sauce should simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
What dishes can I use this sauce for?
It is ideal for pasta dishes, pizza, or as a base for stews.
Do I need to peel the tomatoes?
Yes, if using fresh plum tomatoes, you should peel and chop them before adding them to the pot.
How much olive oil is used?
The recipe calls for 1/3 cup of olive oil.
How much tomato paste should I add?
You should add 2 1/2 tablespoons of tomato paste.
What kind of onions are best for this sauce?
The recipe recommends using 3 large yellow onions, chopped medium fine.
Is this sauce suitable for meal prep?
Yes, it is incredibly versatile and perfect for meal prep.
How many calories are in a serving?
There are 133 calories in a serving of this sauce.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 6.7g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in the sauce?
The sauce contains 16.7g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content?
Each serving provides 1.7g of protein.
Should I stir the sauce while it simmers?
Yes, you should stir the mixture occasionally while it simmers.
When do I add the salt?
Stir in the salt once the onions have been caramelized.
How much salt is required?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of salt, or you can add it to taste.
What temperature should I use to heat the olive oil?
Heat the olive oil over high heat until it shimmers.
What type of tomatoes are recommended?
Fresh plum tomatoes are recommended for the best flavor.
Is this sauce part of Italian cuisine?
Yes, it is tagged as an Italian cuisine recipe.
Is the texture of the sauce rustic?
Yes, as the name suggests, it is a rustic tomato fusion sauce.
Can this sauce be used for stews?
Yes, it works excellently as a base for various stews.
What is the total cooking time for the onions?
The total cooking time for the onions is about 30 minutes.
Should the pot be covered while simmering?
No, the sauce should simmer uncovered for the best results.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to heat the olive oil in a large pot over high heat until it shimmers.