Classic Tomato Pasta Sauce
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Preparation time is 30minutes
Cook time is 45minutes
Total time is 1hours 15minutes
Serve is for 16 people
Difficulty level: 3 out of 4
8 Ingredients
Number of servings
16
- 3kilograms ripe tomatoes
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 large brown onions, finely chopped
- 8 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 3/4 cup tomato paste
- 1teaspoons sea salt
- ground pepper
- 1 bunch fresh basil leaves (leaves stripped)
Nutrition per serving
432kJ
Protein
2.5grams
Sugars
11.1grams
Quantities above are a guide only. *Percentage daily energy intake is based on an average adult diet of 8700 kJ.
Description
This simple tomato sauce is the perfect pasta accompaniment. Use it stirred through plain pasta or as a base for meatballs or lasagne. Ideal for batch cooking and freezing for later.
Method
Step 1 of 4
Using a small paring knife, cut a cross in the skin at the base of each tomato. Bring a large pot of water to a rolling simmer. Drop in tomatoes, in batches, for 1-2 minutes or until skin is beginning to come away. Remove tomatoes with a slotted spoon and set aside to cool slightly. Repeat with remaining tomatoes then peel. Roughly chop peeled tomatoes, discarding the stem area.
Step 2 of 4
Heat oil in a large, deep, frying pan or pot on medium. Add onion and cook for 5 minutes, until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add tomato paste, salt and pepper. Mix well and cook for 1 minute, until well combined.
Step 3 of 4
Add chopped tomato and basil. Mix well. Bring to the boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 45-50 minutes, until sauce thickens. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Step 4 of 4
Spoon into jars or airtight containers. Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
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