Fresh Tomato Sauce

Fresh Tomato Sauce

5.5-6lbs ripe tomatoes (larger ones are easier)
1.5 medium onions, chopped
1-2 tsp. minced garlic
2 bay leaves
1/4 cup sugar
6 T chopped fresh basil OR 3 tsp. dry
1 T + 1tsp. salt
6 tsp. dry oregano
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
26oz. Hunts tomato paste

Boil water in a large pot. Set out a large bowl of ice water. Drop tomatoes 3-4 at a time into boiling water. Boil for 2 min. or until skin splits. Then remove to ice water to cool. Remove to another bowl once cool.

When all are done, remove skins and cores. Cut tomatoes into quarters.

In a large pot, add 2-3 T olive oil and heat on medium. Saute onion and garlic until soft. Do not brown.

Add tomatoes, spices, and tomato paste. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring frequently, for 2 hours.

Can add any kind of meat. Freezes well!


From: Bethany Choo Jackson