Heritage Tomato Sauce

Ingredients

• 5 lb (2.25 kg) ripe tomatoes, cored and chopped
• 1 large onion, diced
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp sugar, optional

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook onion in olive oil in a heavy pot over medium heat for 6–8 minutes until soft.

2. 2

   Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.

3. 3

   Add tomatoes, oregano, salt, pepper and optional sugar. Bring to a gentle simmer.

4. 4

   Cook uncovered 75–90 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened to your liking.

5. 5

   Blend smooth or leave rustic. Stir in fresh basil for the final 5 minutes.