Basic Tomato Sauce Recipe

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

fresh basil

🥗Healthier: dried basil

💰Cheaper: oregano

Dried basil is more convenient and has a longer shelf life, while oregano is often cheaper.

Chop 10 fresh tomatoes roughly and set aside.

Chop 1 medium onion roughly and set aside.

Mince 4 cloves of garlic.

Chop a handful of fresh basil quite small.

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot or pan over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan; lightly fry until the onion starts to go slightly brown, about a few minutes.

Add the chopped tomatoes to the pan; mix with the onions and garlic.

Add just under 1 tablespoon of salt and a dash of balsamic vinegar (optional); mix well.

Leave the mixture on medium heat for about 30 minutes to 1 hour, stirring every few minutes to prevent burning.

After about 30 minutes, check the sauce; it should have softened.

Add the chopped fresh basil to the sauce and stir in.

Use a hand blender to blend the sauce to a smooth consistency.

Cooking Techniques

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