Italian · 1 jar

Tomato Sauce

Onion, tomato, basil, thirty minutes. Pasta sauce, pizza base, everything.

35 min Easy Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 500g tomatoes, blanched, peeled and pureed
  • 2 tsp fresh basil
  • Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper

Method

  1. Cook the onion slowly until soft and transparent. Not browned — soft.
  2. Tomatoes in, then basil, salt and pepper.
  3. Simmer 30 minutes until it coats the back of a spoon.
  4. Blend it if you want it smooth. Check the salt at the end, not the start.

Questions people ask about Tomato Sauce

How long does Tomato Sauce take?

About 35 minutes from starting to sitting down, and it is straightforward. Most of that is active, so read the method through before you start rather than chopping as you go.

What can I use instead of tomato in Tomato Sauce?

Use canned chopped tomatoes, roughly 1 can per 4 fresh. Add a pinch of sugar to offset the acidity.

Can I make Tomato Sauce ahead of time?

You can prepare it a few hours ahead and reheat gently. It keeps two days in the fridge, though it is best on the day.

Is Tomato Sauce vegetarian?

Yes, and as written it is vegan too. Check your specific brands if that matters to you.

How long does home-made tomato sauce keep?

Four or five days in the fridge in a sealed jar, or freeze it in portions. Anything with dairy in it is on the shorter end of that.

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