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Pizza Sauce with Fresh Tomatoes

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings 4 cups
Calories 150
A delicious homemade pizza sauce made with fresh tomatoes and herbs.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 8 large tomatoes, cored
  • 1 small sweet onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons dried oregano
  • 4 leaves chopped fresh basil
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions 

  • Score the bottom of each tomato and blanch in boiling water for 30 seconds.
  • Cool tomatoes in ice water, then peel and blend until liquefied.
  • Combine blended tomatoes with onion, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper in a saucepan.
  • Simmer sauce over medium heat for 60 to 90 minutes until desired consistency.
  • Puree sauce with an immersion blender until smooth.
  • Use immediately or refrigerate overnight for better flavor.

Notes

Allowing the sauce to sit overnight enhances the flavors.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Tomato