Basic Tomato Sauce
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Courtesy of Chef Will Packwood
Super easy
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Recipe
- 1/2 cups good-quality extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, peeled and finely minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
- 1 Fresno or other small chili, seeded and finely diced
- 2 28-oz. cans of tomatoes
- 12 fresh basil leaves
- 3 sprigs fresh oregano, leaves only
- 1 anchovy fillets, mashed to a paste
- Salt and pepper to taste
Basic Tomato Sauce Directions
- Place a large pot over medium-high heat and add the oil, onion and carrot. Season with a small amount of salt and pepper and allow the mixture to sweat until translucent.
- Add the garlic and chili and season with a small amount of salt and pepper. Continue cooking for 3 to 5 minutes.
- Using your hands, crush the tomatoes and add them to the pot. Add the herbs and anchovies and stir to combine.
- Adjust the heat to a very low simmer and allow the tomato sauce to simmer for 1½ to 2 hours.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste and serve as desired. Store any unused sauce in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
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