Cherry Tomato Sauce recipe
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Cherry Tomato Sauce

Discover how to make Cherry Tomato Sauce. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.

15

Prep Time

35

Cook Time

50

Total Time

6

Servings

⏱ Cooking Timer

00:00

Minutes : Seconds

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Discover how to make Cherry Tomato Sauce. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.

Cherry Tomato Sauce - Step 2

Ingredients

Instructions

1

Step 1

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2

Step 2

2. Spread the cherry tomatoes on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of kosher salt and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.

3

Step 3

3. Roast the tomatoes in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are bursting and slightly caramelized. Remove them from the oven and set aside.

4

Step 4

4. While the tomatoes are roasting, heat 1/4 cup of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until translucent and softened.

5

Step 5

5. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.

6

Step 6

6. Add the roasted tomatoes to the skillet, along with the chopped basil and thyme. Gently stir to combine and let simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Season with more salt and black pepper to taste.

7

Step 7

7. For a smoother sauce, you can use an immersion blender to blend the sauce to your desired consistency or leave it chunky for more texture.

Cherry Tomato Sauce - Step 3

You Must Know

  • Use high-quality olive oil for a richer flavor; it makes a significant difference in the final sauce.
  • Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like a little heat.
  • This sauce can be made ahead and stored, intensifying the flavors as it sits.

Chef's Notes

Use high-quality olive oil for a richer flavor; it makes a significant difference in the final sauce.

Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like a little heat.

This sauce can be made ahead and stored, intensifying the flavors as it sits.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this cherry tomato sauce over your choice of pasta, as a topping for grilled chicken, or as a base for homemade pizza. It’s also delightful with crusty bread for dipping at a summer gathering.

Nutritional Info (Per Serving)

120

Calories

1g

Protein

6g

Carbs

10g

Fat

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Cherry Tomato Sauce

Discover how to make Cherry Tomato Sauce. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.

Servings:6
Prep:15 min
Cook:35 min

Ingredients (8)

2–3 lbs cherry tomatoes, stems removed
1/4 cup good-quality olive oil, plus more for roasting
1 large yellow onion, diced
1 Tbsp fresh garlic, minced
Small handful of fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
3–4 sprigs fresh thyme, stems removed
Kosher salt, to taste
Freshly-ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Spread the cherry tomatoes on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of kosher salt and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
  3. Roast the tomatoes in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are bursting and slightly caramelized. Remove them from the oven and set aside.
  4. While the tomatoes are roasting, heat 1/4 cup of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until translucent and softened.
  5. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
  6. Add the roasted tomatoes to the skillet, along with the chopped basil and thyme. Gently stir to combine and let simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Season with more salt and black pepper to taste.
  7. For a smoother sauce, you can use an immersion blender to blend the sauce to your desired consistency or leave it chunky for more texture.

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