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Cherry Tomato Sauce

Savory Cherry Tomato Sauce That Elevates Your Dishes

This Cherry Tomato Sauce transforms meals with roasted garlic and sweet tomatoes, a true crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes Substitute with grape tomatoes if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Adjust based on sweetness of tomatoes.
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar No substitute needed.
  • 1 medium Onion Roughly chopped; yellow or red onions preferred.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Can swap with other sweet peppers.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Roasted with skins on.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin olive oil recommended.
  • to taste Salt Basic seasoning; adjust to taste.
  • to taste Black Pepper Basic seasoning; adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Blender or Food Processor

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Cherry Tomato Sauce
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, sugar, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper. Toss to coat.
  3. Spread the tomato mixture on a baking sheet, nestling chopped onion and red bell pepper around the tomatoes. Add whole garlic cloves.
  4. Drizzle a bit more olive oil over the mixture and season again with salt and pepper.
  5. Roast for about 45 minutes until tomatoes are golden and caramelized.
  6. Allow the baking sheet to cool for about 10 minutes. Discard garlic skins.
  7. In a blender, add the roasted tomatoes, vegetables, and garlic. Blend until smooth.
  8. Store your sauce in airtight jars for up to 5 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make a big batch and store portions for quick use during busy weeknights.

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