Late summer, when tomatoes are in full flush, is a great time to make recipes like marinara sauce, tomato onion masala sauce and tomato compote, which can be frozen or canned for use over the winter. Another of my favorite tomato recipes to make this time of year, one I can use for nearly any Italian dish over the next few months, is this delicious and super easy fresh tomato sauce.

Why you will love this tomato sauce

Easy recipe with fresh ingredients: This Italian tomato sauce needs just six ingredients, and two of those are at their peak in summer: tomatoes and basil. Many tomato sauce recipes that use fresh tomatoes ask you to peel the tomatoes and/or deseed them. I like using the whole fruit because why throw out all those delicious nutrients? Using fresh tomatoes also adds a lovely, fresh flavor to this sauce, but if you prefer using canned tomatoes I’ve got you covered as well! Delicious. The amazing flavors of tomato and basil are concentrated in this sauce, making it absolutely yummy. Versatile. You can use this tomato sauce for pasta or pizza. You can also use it to top grilled veggies, and so much more. Or serve as a dipping sauce with garlicky bread! Soy-free, nut-free, gluten-free and vegan. The sauce is everyone-friendly. Jay, my son, loved tomato-based sauces and this one in particular, so I daresay it is kid-friendly too.

How to make tomato sauce

Storage instructions

Refrigerate: Store in the fridge for up to two weeks in an airtight container. Freeze: Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to six months. Can: You can also can the tomato sauce and store it for up to a year. Be sure to follow proper sterilization and canning procedures if you do this.

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