Authentic Italian Tomato Sauce with Viola Peeled Tomatoes

A balanced texture and rich color that highlights the flavor of tomatoes and complements any pasta or pizza dish. The recipe relies on Viola peeled tomatoes to ensure a concentrated and consistent taste every time.

🧰 Required Tools

• Thick-bottomed pot
• Wooden spoon
• Hand blender (optional for smoothness)

🥣 Ingredients

• 1 can (400 g) Viola peeled tomatoes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 crushed garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp tomato paste (optional for deeper color)
• ½ tsp sugar (to balance acidity)
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• ¼ tsp dried basil or 4–5 fresh basil leaves at the end

👨‍🍳 Preparation Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat, add the onion, and sauté until soft and translucent without browning.
2. Add the garlic for a few seconds until fragrant, then add the tomato paste and stir for one minute.
3. Add the Viola peeled tomatoes (you can crush them with a spoon) along with the sugar, salt, pepper, and herbs.
4. Reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer gently for 20–30 minutes until it thickens.
5. (Optional) Use a hand blender to purée the sauce for a smoother texture.
6. Adjust the salt and serve. For the best finish, add fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.

💡 Tips & Notes

• Slow simmering is essential to develop a rich texture without losing flavor.
• A small amount of sugar balances acidity without making the sauce sweet.
• For a more concentrated pizza sauce: increase simmering time by 10 extra minutes.

🔄 Alternatives & Suggestions

• For Pasta: Add 2 tbsp pasta cooking water and 1 small knob of butter at the end for a silky finish.
• For Pizza: Reduce extra water by simmering longer, then spread a thin layer on the dough.
• For Shakshuka: Add diced bell pepper, a pinch of cumin, and paprika, then crack the eggs on top.

📊 Approximate Nutrition (per ¼ batch)

🛒 Try it with Viola Tomatoes

With Viola peeled tomatoes you get a rich color and balanced taste that enhances any home or professional recipe.
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