Salsa Di Pomodoro Passata (Smooth Tomato Sauce)

Recipe Ingredients

2 lbs	908g / 32oz	Ripe tomatoes
1/4 cup	59ml	Olive oil
1 cup	62g / 2.2oz	Onion - finely chopped (large)
2		Garlic - minced
1 teaspoon	5ml	Sugar
1/4 cup	36g / 1.3oz	Fresh basil - chopped
		Salt and fresh ground pepper - to taste

Recipe Instructions

If using plum tomatoes, cut in half. If using large tomatoes, cut in quarters. Place tomatoes in a non-reactive saucepan.

Cover and cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until soft. Once soft, pass tomatoes through food mill and reserve puree in a bowl.

Pour olive oil into a medium skillet and set over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sautee for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden.

Add tomato puree, sugar and basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook until sauce is reduced and thickened to your personal liking, about 5 to 10 minutes.

Makes about 2 to 3 cups.

Source:
The Cuisines Of Mexico

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