10955 Basic Tomato Sauce 40 mins 20 mins 8 to 10 servings (about 6 cups) Fri Sep 21 09:13:00 -0700 2007 Fri Oct 31 16:30:42 -0700 2008 Easy Italian CHOW http://www.chow.com/recipes/10955 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 23:30:42 GMT Quick, simple, and flavorful Even if you're a pro, this sauce is a great base on which to riff. If you have never made your own tomato sauce, this is a great starter recipe. But even if you’re a pro, this sauce is a great base on which to riff.

Game plan: If you’ve canned your own tomatoes, they can be used here. Just put the tomatoes and juices in a food processor and pulse until they are evenly broken up and incorporated, then proceed with the recipe below.

If you can, make this sauce up to 24 hours in advance (keep it covered in the refrigerator and rewarm as needed), because the flavors improve with time.

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  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. When it shimmers, add onion and season with salt. Cook until onion is softened and just beginning to brown, about 7 to 9 minutes. Add garlic and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes more.
  • Add tomatoes and juices, and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low and bring mixture to a simmer. Cook until sauce is slightly thickened, about 20 minutes. Taste and, if necessary, season with more salt or add a pinch of sugar if the sauce is too acidic.
    • ]]>     http://www.chow.com/assets/2007/06/basictomsuace_290.jpg Kate Ramos 67 Condiment/Sauce 3 tablespoons olive oil

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    ]]>     109 2 (28-ounce) cans high-quality crushed tomatoes, with juices

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