FRESH TOMATO SAUCE
This is a quick, simple marinara sauce that will only be good if your tomatoes are ripe. If you have a food mill, you don't have to peel and seed the tomatoes; you can just quarter them and put the sauce through the mill.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Time 30m
Yield About 2 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a wide, nonstick frying pan, or in a 3-quart saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat and add the garlic. Cook, stirring, just until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, sugar, basil or thyme sprig, and salt (begin with 1/2 teaspoon and add more later), and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer, stirring often, until thick. Pulpy tomatoes like romas will usually take 20 to 30 minutes. However, if the tomatoes are very juicy, it will take longer for them to cook down. The longer you cook the sauce, the sweeter it will be. You can speed up the process by turning up the heat, but stir often so the sauce doesn't scorch. Towards the end of cooking, stir in the slivered fresh basil and some freshly ground pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings.
- If using quartered tomatoes, put through the medium blade of a food mill. If you used peeled seeded tomatoes but want a sauce with a smooth, even texture, remove the basil sprigs and discard. Pulse the sauce in a food processor fitted with the steel blade.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 78, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 648 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams
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Rasel Miaa
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to follow and the sauce is always delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Opamachadni Opamachadni
[email protected]Delicious! This sauce is so flavorful and easy to make. I used it on my homemade pizza and it was a huge hit. Will definitely be making this again.
Judith Hernandez
[email protected]This sauce is a great base for any Italian dish. It's simple to make and packed with flavor. I especially love the addition of fresh basil, which really brightens up the sauce. I've made this sauce several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Inna Ruseva
[email protected]Quick and easy to make, this fresh tomato sauce is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. I love that it uses simple, fresh ingredients and comes together in under 30 minutes. The sauce is delicious and versatile - I've used it for pasta, pizza, and even as
King Lemuel
[email protected]This fresh tomato sauce is an absolute winner! I followed the recipe to the T, and it turned out fantastic. The sauce is flavorful, tangy, and has the perfect consistency. I served it over spaghetti, and it was a hit with my family. Highly recommend