Classic tomato sauce
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- Prep Time5 min
- Total Time5 min
- Makes1 Cups
Ingredients
796 ml can plum tomatoes
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, crushed and peeled
Instructions
Chop tomatoes coarsely, reserving all juices. Heat a small saucepan over medium. Add olive oil, then garlic. Cook just until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add tomatoes and their juices, sugar and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer vigorously, uncovered, until thickened slightly, about 20 min. Stir in basil leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning. Can be frozen.
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