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Ingredients
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- 2 (28-ounce) cans San Marzano tomatoes
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, peeled but left whole
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt (more to taste)
- 1 tablespoon turbinado sugar
- 3 sprigs of fresh basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker.
- Set slow cooker to high for 4-6 hours or low for 6-8 hours.
- Remove onion, garlic, and basil after cooking.
- Mash or puree tomatoes for desired consistency.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve over your choice of dish.
Notes
Use high-quality San Marzano tomatoes for optimal flavor.
Adjust sugar based on tomato acidity.
Always taste before serving to tailor the seasoning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg