Best 15 Chunky Tomato Sauce Recipes

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**Indulge in a Culinary Journey with Chunky Tomato Sauce: A Symphony of Flavors Awaits**

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary masterpiece – chunky tomato sauce. This versatile sauce is a cornerstone of Italian cuisine, adding depth and richness to a symphony of dishes, from pasta to pizza and beyond. With its vibrant red hue and enticing aroma, chunky tomato sauce is a true feast for the senses. Dive into a world of culinary delight as we explore a collection of tantalizing recipes that showcase the versatility of this delectable sauce. Discover the secrets to crafting the perfect chunky tomato sauce, bursting with fresh tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a touch of tangy acidity. Embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Classic Chunky Tomato Sauce:** Experience the timeless flavors of a traditional chunky tomato sauce, made with fresh tomatoes, aromatic basil, and a hint of garlic. This versatile sauce pairs perfectly with pasta, pizza, or as a dipping sauce for bread.

2. **Roasted Tomato Chunky Sauce:** Elevate your taste buds with this roasted tomato chunky sauce, where the tomatoes are roasted to perfection, infusing the sauce with a smoky, caramelized sweetness. Enjoy it over pasta, chicken, or grilled vegetables.

3. **Sun-Dried Tomato Chunky Sauce:** Experience the Mediterranean sun in a jar with this sun-dried tomato chunky sauce. The sun-dried tomatoes add a concentrated burst of flavor, creating a rich, umami-packed sauce that pairs wonderfully with pasta, seafood, or as a marinade.

4. **Chunky Tomato Sauce with Peppers:** Add a kick of heat and vibrant color to your dishes with this chunky tomato sauce with peppers. The addition of bell peppers and chili flakes brings a spicy, smoky dimension that will awaken your senses. Enjoy it with pasta, tacos, or as a sauce for grilled meats.

5. **Chunky Tomato Sauce with Vegetables:** Embrace the goodness of vegetables with this chunky tomato sauce packed with carrots, celery, and zucchini. This hearty sauce is not only delicious but also nutritious, making it a perfect choice for a wholesome meal. Serve it over pasta, rice, or as a side dish.

Let's cook with our recipes!

EASY CHUNKY TOMATO SAUCE



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This sauce can be used on pasta or pizza and spooned over vegetables, rice, or fish. It's perfect in our Vegetable Lasagna.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 45m

Yield Makes 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped (about 1 tablespoon)
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, the garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes with their juice and the thyme; simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened, 20 to 25 minutes.

AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN CHUNKY TOMATO SAUCE FOR LASAGNA



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This recipe was created specifically for lasagna, but it can also be used over regular pasta. I made this with America's Test Kitchen Simple Cheese Lasagna. Recipe courtesy of America's Test Kitchen Family Cookbook.

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     Sauces

Time 35m

Yield 6 cups, 126 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, minced
salt
6 garlic cloves, minced
28 ounces crushed tomatoes
28 ounces diced tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat until shimmering.
  • Add the onion and 1 teaspoon salt and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Stir in the tomatoes with their juice, the oregano, and red pepper flakes.
  • Simmer until the sauce is slightly thickened, about 15 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

CHUNKY TOMATO SAUCE



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Use this chunky tomato sauce in our Baked-Eggplant Parmesan.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cans (28 ounces each) whole tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium. Cook onion and garlic, stirring frequently, until translucent, 2 to 4 minutes. Crush tomatoes into pan; add oregano. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

LAMB AND ORZO STUFFED PEPPER WITH CHUNKY TOMATO SAUCE



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Categories     Lamb     Pasta     Pepper     Tomato     Bake     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Makes 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons orzo ( 1 1/4 ounce)
1/4 pound ground lamb
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped (1 cup)
1 small orange bell pepper with stem (6 to 8 ounces), halved lengthwise through stem, then ribs and seeds discarded

Steps:

  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 425°F. Oil a 9-inch glass or ceramic pie plate with 1 teaspoon oil.
  • Cook onion with salt in remaining tablespoon oil in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until softened and beginning to brown, 7 to 9 minutes.
  • While onion is cooking, cook orzo in a 2-quart pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup cooking water, then drain orzo in a sieve.
  • Spread half of onion in pie plate. Add lamb to remaining onion in skillet and cook, breaking up large clumps with a fork, until meat is no longer pink, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in orzo, reserved cooking water, 1 tablespoon dill, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stir tomatoes into onion in pie plate and season with salt and pepper. Nestle bell pepper halves, cut sides up, in tomato and onion mixture and season with salt and pepper. Divide lamb mixture between bell pepper halves, then cover pie plate with a sheet of oiled foil (oiled side down) and bake until pepper is tender when pierced with a fork, 25 to 30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 tablespoon dill.

STRING/GREEN BEANS IN CHUNKY TOMATO SAUCE



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This is a recipe from Lidia's Italian American Kithchen. The traditional beans used in this recipe are the Italian string beans - the flat wide ones. Due to the acidity of the tomato sauce they will turn olive green in the cooking process. This recipe is posted by request. I haven't tried it yet.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons olive oil
6 garlic cloves, peeled
1 lb green beans, ends trimmed
salt
crushed hot red pepper flakes
1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes, with their liquid (preferably Italian plum tomatoes like San Marzano)

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in large, heavy skillet over medium heat.
  • Smash the cloves of garlic and toss them into the pan.
  • Cook, shaking the pan, until lightly browned, about 2 minutes.
  • Scatter the beans over the oil, season them lightly with salt and red pepper, and turn with tongs until they begin to wilt, about 3 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, crush the tomatoes coarsely with your hands and add them to the beans.
  • Cover the pan, cook until the beans are tender- about 10 minutes.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning to your liking, and serve hot.

BRISKET WITH CHUNKY TOMATO SAUCE



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When Linda Blaska of Atlanta, Georgia treats dinner guests to this impressive brisket, they agree it's the best beef they've ever tasted. A savory tomato sauce adds the finishing touch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 fresh beef brisket (4-1/2 pounds)
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 large onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup dry red wine or beef broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 celery ribs with leaves, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 bay leaf
1 pound carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices

Steps:

  • Season brisket with salt and pepper. In a Dutch oven, brown brisket in oil over medium-high heat. Remove and keep warm. In the same pan, saute onions and garlic until tender. Place brisket over onions. Add the wine or broth, tomatoes, celery, thyme, rosemary and bay leaf., Cover and bake at 325° for 2 hours, basting occasionally. Add carrots; bake 1 hour longer or until meat is tender. Discard bay leaf. Cool for 1 hour; cover and refrigerate overnight., Trim visible fat from brisket and skim fat from tomato mixture. Thinly slice beef across the grain. In a saucepan, warm tomato mixture; transfer to a shallow roasting pan. Top with sliced beef. Cover and bake at 325° for 30 minutes or until heated through. Serve sauce over beef.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 331mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHUNKY TOMATO SAUCE FOR BASIC PIZZA



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Use this easy, chunky tomato sauce recipe when making our Basic Pizza.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 diced onion
2 minced garlic cloves
1 can (28 ounces) whole peeled tomatoes
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
Pinch of sugar (optional)
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In medium saucepan, heat oil over medium. Cook onion and garlic until translucent, stirring, 3 minutes.
  • Add whole, peeled tomatoes (lightly crushed with hands), crushed tomatoes, oregano, and a pinch of sugar (optional).
  • Simmer, stirring until thickened, 10 to 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Freeze any leftover sauce for up to 3 months.

THICK & CHUNKY TOMATO SAUCE WITH VEGGIES (CROCK POT)



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Lots of vegetables gives this sauce a meat sauce look but isn't. I had friends come over while it was cooking and taste it a thought it was a meat sauce. I great way to get a variety of vegetables into your family without the I don't like that veggie! This freezes well so you can divide into freezer bags for future use (if it lasts). Use on pasta, in stew, bean dishes, top a pizza, or in soups. This can make this on your stove top as well.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Sauces

Time 26m

Yield 4 quarts, 20-30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 -4 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, diced
1 carrot, diced
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 stalk celery, diced
1 pepper, diced
1 large eggplant, peeled and diced
1 large portabella mushroom, gills removed and diced
3 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons dried Italian herb seasoning
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
4 fresh basil leaves, roughly torn
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, roughly torn

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large deep heavy bottom pot over medium high heat.
  • Add next 7 ingredients and saute till almost tender about 10 minutes stirring frequently.
  • Transfer to a large crock pot add tomatoes, dried seasoning, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook for 5-6 hours on high stirring ever so often.
  • If it starts to stick to bottom turn to low or finish by adding the fresh herbs.
  • If you`re not around to stir cook on low till desired thickness.

PARMESAN BREADED PORK CHOPS WITH CHUNKY TOMATO SAUCE



Parmesan Breaded Pork Chops With Chunky Tomato Sauce image

This recipe is for 4 thick-cut pork chops you can double the amounts if desired. This is a very good pork chop recipe that I developed recently! A large electric frypan works perfectly for this! Use a thicker-cut of pork chops for this 1/2 to 3/4-inch thickness. Serve the chops and sauce on top of cooked pasta with a side order of recipe#105726 or recipe#152138 --- if you like lots of sauce then increase the tomato sauce by 1 cup or a little more.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Pork

Time 1h20m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup dry Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
4 large pork chops (about 1/2-inch thick)
1 large egg, beaten
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1 small green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon chili flakes (or to taste) (optional)
1 (14 ounce) can whole tomatoes (undrained, and crushed slightly with fork or clean hands)
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
salt and pepper
grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a small shallow bowl mix together the breadcrumbs with Parmesan cheese, seasoned salt and black pepper.
  • In another bowl slightly beat the egg.
  • Dip the pork chop/s firstly in the egg then coat in the breadcrumb mixture.
  • Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Brown the chops on both sides then remove to a plate.
  • Add in more oil if needed to the skillet and add in onions, garlic, green bell pepper, oregano, basil and dryed chili flakes (if using) saute for about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add in the tomatoes with juice and tomato sauce; mix with a spoon and bring to a boil and simmer over medium-low heat for about 30-40 minutes (you can cook this for up to 1-1/2 hours if desired before adding in the chops, it only gets richer and thicker the longer the sauce is cooked for!).
  • Add in the browned pork chops and cook uncovered over medium-low heat for about another 25 minutes, or until the chops are cooked to desired tenderness.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve on cooked spaghetti and top with Parmesan cheese.

GREEN BEANS AND POTATOES IN CHUNKY TOMATO SAUCE



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This Cooking Light side dish sounds and looks yummy. Notice that you peel the tomatoes before starting.

Provided by WiGal

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 cups red potatoes, diced with skins on
1/2 cup celery (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 lbs green beans, trimmed
1/4 cup water
1/3 cup fresh cilantro or 1/4 cup fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped
3/4 lb plum tomato, peeled and coarsely chopped
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
  • Add garlic to pan; saute 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  • Add potato, celery, salt, and beans; saute 1 minute.
  • Add 1/4 cup water; cover and cook 5 minutes.
  • Add cilantro or parsley, and tomatoes.
  • Cover, reduce heat, and cook 4 minutes or until tomatoes begin to soften, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in pepper.

BAKED GROUPER WITH CHUNKY TOMATO SAUCE



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Make and share this Baked Grouper with Chunky Tomato Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by skat5762

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 1/2 cups chopped seeded tomatoes (about 4 medium)
1/4 cup chopped green onion
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon capers
1 teaspoon instant minced garlic
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil
4 (6 ounce) grouper fillets

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425-degrees.
  • Combine first 10 ingredients in medium bowl.
  • Heat oil in large, heavy skillet over high heat.
  • Place fish, skin sides up, in pan: cook for 2 minutes.
  • Turn fish over and top with tomato mixture.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Place pan in oven, bake for 8 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.

GRILLED SAUSAGES WITH CHUNKY TOMATO PORCINI SAUCE



Grilled Sausages with Chunky Tomato Porcini Sauce image

Categories     Chicken     Mushroom     Pork     Poultry     Tomato     turkey     Vegetable     Broil     Sauté     Dinner     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ounce dried porcini mushrooms
1 1/2 cups hot water
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
2 28-ounce cans Italian plum tomatoes, drained, chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3 1/2 pounds assorted uncooked sausages (such as Italian, turkey and chicken)

Steps:

  • Place mushrooms in small bowl. Add 1 1/2 cups hot water; let stand 30 minutes to soften. Remove mushrooms from soaking liquid, squeezing mushrooms to release liquid into same bowl. Reserve liquid. Chop mushrooms.
  • Heat oil in heavy large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until tender, about 8 minutes. Add rosemary and red pepper and sauté 1 minute. Add tomatoes, tomato paste and mushrooms. Pour in mushroom soaking liquid, leaving any sediment in bottom of bowl. Bring sauce to boil, stirring often. Reduce heat; simmer until thick, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover; chill. Before using, rewarm over medium heat, stirring occasionally.)
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat) or preheat broiler. Grill sausages until just cooked through, turning occasionally, about 12 minutes.

EASY CHUNKY TOMATO SAUCE



Easy Chunky Tomato Sauce image

Categories     Sauce     Tomato     Simmer

Yield makes 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped (3 cups)
3 garlic cloves, chopped (about 1 tablespoon)
Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper
2 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes with their juice and the thyme; simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened, 20 to 25 minutes. The sauce can be frozen for up to 2 months.

CHUNKY TOMATO MUSHROOM SAUCE



Chunky Tomato Mushroom Sauce image

This recipe is good year round, but is especially good when you can use fresh from the garden cherry tomatoes. It is based on a recipe that comes from A CELEBRATION OF WELLNESS cookbook.

Provided by Kathy W

Categories     Other Sauces

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb mushrooms, quartered
1 medium onion, diced
5 clove garlic, sliced
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp braggs liquid aminos (you can substitute soy sauce for this)
1 lb cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 c water
salt and pepper to taste
1 Tbsp dried oregano
OPTIONAL
1/4 c water
1 Tbsp corn starch

Steps:

  • 1. Saute garlic and onion in oil and aminos for 5 minutes over medium low heat.
  • 2. Add mushrooms and saute until mushrooms are done and onions are tender.
  • 3. Add cherry tomatoes, oregano, salt and pepper and simmer until tomatoes are softened and give up their juice - about 10 minutes or so. Depending on how juicy the tomatoes are, you may need to add a little water.
  • 4. If the tomatoes are real juicy and a thicker sauce is desired, combine 1/4 c water and cornstarch. Slowly add half to sauce, bring to a boil. Add more if needed.
  • 5. Serve over pasta.

BAKED GROUPER WITH CHUNKY TOMATO SAUCE RECIPE - (4.1/5)



Baked Grouper with Chunky Tomato Sauce Recipe - (4.1/5) image

Provided by janicecraig

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 1/2 cups chopped seeded tomato (about 4 medium) $
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon capers
1 teaspoon bottled minced garlic
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice $
1/2 teaspoon salt $
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/4 teaspoon black pepper $
2 teaspoons olive oil $
4 (6-ounce) grouper fillets

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Combine first 10 ingredients in a medium bowl. Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over high heat. Place fish, skin sides up, in pan; cook 2 minutes. Turn fish over; top with tomato mixture. Bring to a boil. Place pan in oven; bake at 425° for 8 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.

Tips:

  • Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes for the best flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to add other vegetables to your sauce, such as onions, celery, carrots, or zucchini.
  • If you want a thicker sauce, simmer it for longer.
  • Add a pinch of sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes.
  • Season your sauce with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices to taste.

Conclusion:

A chunky tomato sauce is a versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes, from pasta to pizza to soup. It's also a great way to use up fresh tomatoes from your garden. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious chunky tomato sauce that the whole family will enjoy.

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