Super Low-Fat Tomato Sauce Recipe

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Recipe Category: Low-Fat

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Super Low-Fat Tomato Sauce Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 33 1/3-ounce can plum tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 small onion (1/2 cup), peeled and diced
  • 1 clove garlic (1 to 2 cloves), finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes (1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon)
  • salt, to taste
  • Method

  • Prepare pasta according to package directions.
  • While pasta is cooking, combine remaining ingredients in a 2-quart saucepan and heat to boiling.
  • Reduce heat and simmer until the liquid is reduced by half, approximately 10-20 minutes.
  • In a food processor or blender, puree small quantities of the sauce to desired consistency, using 3 to 4 quick on-off motions for a chunky sauce, longer for a smoother sauce.
  • When pasta is done, drain.
  • Pour sauce over pasta and serve immediately.
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