Quick and Easy Tomato Basil Sauce

Try our recipe for a Quick and Easy Tomato Basil Sauce! This simple yet flavorful sauce is the perfect beginning to any delicious dish.

Tips

Using a food processor to prepare the vegetables allows them to cook faster and saves preparation time. If you don't have a food processor, grate the onion and garlic on a box grater.

Add additional lean protein by stirring 500 mL (2 cups) cooked, chicken breast strips, sliced steak or cooked large shrimp into the sauce to heat through.
Customize this basic sauce to your family's taste by adding your choice of finely chopped fresh herbs or vegetables.
Make a speedy meat sauce by browning 500 g (1 lb) lean ground beef, veal, chicken or turkey with the onions and garlic.

Prep Time

20 Minutes

Serves

6 People

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Cooking Steps

Step 1

Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, pulse onion and garlic in food processor until very finely chopped; remove and reserve. Pulse the tomatoes in the same food processor until smooth.

Step 2

Heat oil in a large, non-stick skillet set over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook for 5 minutes or until softened. Add tomatoes. Bring to a boil and simmer for 8 minutes or until heated though. Stir in basil; season with salt and pepper (adjust to taste). Serve over spaghetti.

Ingredients

1 pkg (375 g)CATELLI SMARTÂ® SPAGHETTI
onion 1
garlic cloves 3
whole tomatoes 1 can (28 oz/796 mL)
olive oil 3 tbsp (45 mL)
finely chopped basil 1/2 cup (125 mL)
salt and freshly ground pepper (approx.) 1/2 tsp (2 mL) each

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