Concerned with all the corn starch and corn syrup added to your favorite tomato sauce? Here is an easy way to make your own sauce that is corn syrup free!
Let's face it, we're all busy and don't always have the time to start completely from scratch with our cooking. With a little wrist work to open two cans and chop some onion, you're well on your way with this recipe!
Start with the unseasoned cans of tomato sauce from your local grocer. Although most of these do not have corn syrup added, it is a good idea to check the label. Most grocers will also carry seasoned canned tomatoes. For this recipe, grab a can of Italian seasoned tomatoes (usually it will be basil and garlic).
When you get home chop a medium sized onion, and add it to the tomatoes and sauce into your favorite sauce pan. Add a pinch of parsley, oregano, black pepper, and if you have it, chop half of a bell pepper and toss that into the sauce too. I love garlic, so I usually add 2 minced cloves. If there is no sodium added to the canned seasoned tomatoes then salt to taste, but I recommend checking the sodium content first.
Heat the sauce on medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the onions are a little soft (approximately 15-20 minutes). The nice thing about this recipe is that you can let the flavors meld as you are preparing the rest of your meal.
For the more adventurous types, add a teaspoon of rubbed sage to give your sauce a pleasant earthy flavor.
**Tip for seasoning** Instead of just shaking the oregano or other dried seasonings into your sauce, first crush the seasoning in your fingers to release their aromas and flavors.
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