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Straightforward Pasta Sauce

Straightforward Pasta Sauce

This simple sauce comes together quickly with just a few fresh ingredients, making it perfect for busy weeknights. It’s flavorful, comforting, and pairs wonderfully with any pasta you have on hand.

★★★★★5(5 reviews)Updated: Mar 31, 2026
Prep Time 5 min
Cook Time 15 min
Total Time 20 min
Difficulty Easy

Ingredients 0/7

Why This Recipe Is So Loved

This sauce is quick to make and uses simple ingredients you probably already have. It’s full of fresh, comforting flavors that work well with any type of pasta. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want something tasty without a lot of fuss.

Tips For Perfect Results

- Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor or canned tomatoes if fresh aren’t available.
- Let the sauce simmer gently to develop a deeper taste.
- Add a pinch of sugar if the sauce tastes too acidic.

Directions

Ad the diced tomatoes, cooking wine, sugar, basil, oregano, garlic powder, and pepper into a saucepan. Place it over medium heat and stir everything together. Let the sauce come to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat a bit and let it cook for about 10 minutes until it’s warmed through and the flavors have blended nicely. Give it a taste and adjust the seasoning if you like, then it’s ready to serve.

Simple Serving Suggestions

This sauce pairs beautifully with spaghetti, penne, or any pasta shape you like. Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of chopped basil or parsley for extra freshness. It’s also great spooned over grilled vegetables or as a base for baked pasta dishes.

Storage Advice

Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze it in small portions and thaw as needed. Reheat gently on the stove to keep the flavors bright.
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By Sophia Martinez
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Sophia develops recipes that are quick, practical, and perfect for daily meals.

Heart icon Nutrition Facts

80 Calories
Fat
0.5 g
Carbs
18 g
Protein
2 g
Fiber
4 g
Sugar
12 g
Sodium
400 mg
Serving Size: 1 cup
*Nutrition values are estimates and may vary.

Reviews (5)

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User Reviews

Matteo R.
★★★★★
Mar 17, 2026
Delicious and simple. I tried it for lunch and it was just right. Will add olives next time for a twist.
Tomasz
★★★★★
Mar 13, 2026
My kids usually picky, but they really liked this sauce! Easy recipe I'll definitely use for our Sunday dinners.
Rohan
★★★★★
Feb 17, 2026
Tried this for my first homemade sauce, very forgiving recipe. Came out tasty and my friends liked it.
Viktor S.
★★★★★
Jan 22, 2026
Classic taste, simple method. I accidentally used more onion and it still worked well. Will definitely keep this recipe handy.
Omar
★★★★★
Dec 30, 2025
Quick sauce that’s not too fancy but really tasty. My kids liked it, which is always a win.
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