Fresh Tomato & Basil Relish / Sauce | #recipes #tomato #basic #sauce

fresh tomatoes

🥗Healthier: cherry tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Cherry tomatoes add sweetness while canned tomatoes are budget-friendly.

extra virgin olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil provides a similar flavor with a higher smoke point.

balsamic vinegar

🥗Healthier: red wine vinegar

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Red wine vinegar offers a tangy flavor while being more affordable.

fresh basil

🥗Healthier: dried basil

💰Cheaper: spinach

Dried basil is more accessible, and spinach adds a fresh green element.

Cook tomatoes and basil in a large saucepan over medium-low heat until tomatoes are soft.

Meanwhile, heat olive oil over medium heat; add onion and garlic until onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add onion mixture to tomato mixture; season with salt and pepper.

Simmer on low heat for an hour or so then blend until you are happy with it.

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