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Basic Tomato Sauce
Created By : littleke
This tomato sauce is quick and easy. Great for use in any recipe that you would use a jarred tomato sauce.
Prep Time : 5 minutes
Cook Time : 30 minutes
Serves 8
Ingredients
1/2 onion minced
4 garlic cloves minced
1 tbsp fresh thyme minced
1 tsp dried oregano
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 can tomato sauce (8 oz)
2 can petite diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
Directions
Heat olive oil in a large sauce pan over medium heat. Add onions, allow to cook for 1-2 minutes. Add garlic, cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Turn heat down if onions and garlic begin to brown. Add oregano and thyme, cook for 1 more minute.

Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes and vinegar. Bring to a boil. Add salt and pepper.

Reduce heat to a medium low and allow to simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occassionally.

Remove sauce from heat, pour into a blender 2/3s full. (Be careful not to over fill or the hot liquid may overflow the blender)

Blend to a smooth consistency. Serve immediately or cool and freeze for up to 6 months. Will keep in the refrigerator for 1 week.
Chef's Notes
For a chunky tomato sauce omit the blending.
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