Low Sugar Calabrian Chile Tomato Sauce

Total time40 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time30 min

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Ingredients

4 servings

3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
Private Selection Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Bertolli Extra Virgin D'Italiia Olive Oil 16.9oz
Extra Virgin Olive Oil FIELD DAY OLIVE OIL EXTRA VIRGIN Olitalia Extra Virgin Olive Oil
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4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 tbsp calabrian chile paste
1 can (28 oz) crushed san marzano tomatoes
½ tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
¼ tsp sugar
Chef's tip
Use the same volume. Baking behavior varies by blend: some brown faster or stay softer, while others brown less. Follow the package's baking guidance and start checking a few minutes early.
6 fresh basil leaves, torn

For finishing

1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, for finishing

Instructions

1
Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-low heat until shimmering. Add the sliced garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden at the edges and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes. Watch closely, as the slices can brown quickly.
2
Add the Calabrian chile paste and stir to coat the garlic, cooking for 1 minute until the paste darkens slightly and smells toasty.

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