Simple Homemade Tomato Sauce (Edit recipe)

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This homemade tomato sauce is a great alternative to store bought sauce that can be filled with sugar and additives. If you're looking for a fresh and flavorful sauce that can be batch made and frozen this recipe is for you!

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PREP TIME

5 minutes

COOK TIME

1 hour and 10 minutes

INGREDIENTS

9

Serves: 10

Ingredients

3 lb Tomato, Fresh garden tomatoes (about 3 pounds)
.5 cup Olive Oil
2 Garlic, cloves, minced
1 tsp Salt and Pepper, to taste
1 Onion, Diced sweet (optional) , Diced
1 bunch Basil, Fresh, Fresh
.25 oz Oregano, Fresh, (optional)
1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes, (optional)
1 tsp Paprika, (optional)

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Process

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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

If you're using fresh tomatoes be sure to remove the stems and slice off the tops.
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Add the whole tomatoes and cook, breaking them down with a spoon as they soften, this takes anywhere from 20-30 minutes.
Add salt, pepper, onion and red pepper flakes if using.
Let the sauce simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Fresh tomatoes can be very juicy, to help thicken my sauce and add additional flavor I add 4 oz of tomato paste and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch to the sauce. Stir and let simmer for a final 10 minutes.
For a smoother sauce, use an immersion blender to blend the sauce to your desired consistency. I skip this step as I like a chunkier sauce with pasta.
Stir in fresh basil if using, and adjust seasoning to taste.
Let the sauce cool before dividing it into portions for freezing or immediate use.

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	98
Fat:	11 g
Carbohydrates:	0 g
Protein:	0 g
Cholesterol:	0 g
Sodium:	115 mg
Fiber:	0 g
Sugars:	0 g
Sugar Alcohol:	0 g
Calculated per serving.