Romantic Garlic Tomato Sauce

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Romantic Garlic Tomato Sauce

Description

This is my signature sauce. The aroma will waft through your house and make everyone anticipate the meal! It's light but REALLY delicious! I have added meatballs or sausage to this recipe, but it's wonderful as is!

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :10 Min

Cook Time : 1 Hr 30 Min

Total Time : 1 Hr 40 Min

Ingredients

Serves : 4
  • 2 olive oil


  • 6 garlic cloves


  • 2teaspoons chili flakes


  • 1 crushed tomatoes


  • 1⁄2 water


  • 1⁄4 fresh basil


  • 1 salt

Directions

  • Add olive oil, minced garlic cloves, and chili flakes to a cold frying pan.
  • Heat to medium/high. Do NOT brown the garlic!
  • As soon as the aroma of the garlic and chili flakes begins to escape, add the canned tomatoes, salt and 1/2 the basil.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Add water.
  • Lower heat and simmer for at least 1 hour.
  • Reduce sauce by half.
  • When ready to serve, garnish each plate with leftover fresh basil.
  • Serve over your favourite pasta shape.