Basic Tomato Sauce
- Total Time
- About 45 minutes
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Ingredients
- 2tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3medium-size onions, coarsely chopped
- 3cloves garlic
- 4pounds ripe tomatoes, quartered, or 3 large (28-ounce) cans of Italian plum tomatoes
- 1bay leaf
- A handful of fresh herbs - preferably a mixture of basil, chervil, thyme and Italian parsley -minced
- ½teaspoon hot red-pepper flakes (optional)
- Zest of 1 orange (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Nutritional analysis per serving (24 servings)
33 calories; 1 gram fat; 0 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 1 gram monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 5 grams carbohydrates; 1 gram dietary fiber; 3 grams sugars; 1 gram protein; 225 milligrams sodium
Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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Preparation
- Step 1
In a large, deep skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until soft but not brown. Increase heat to medium high and add remaining ingredients, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper. Simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently, until thick, 30 to 45 minutes. Check the seasoning.
- Step 2
Pass the mixture through the fine-mesh sieve of an electric mixer (or through a food mill).
- Step 3
The sauce will keep, refrigerated, for several days. To keep longer, freeze it or preserve in canning jars in a hot-water bath.
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