Title: Salsa Di Pomodoro Passata (Smooth Tomato Sauce)
Categories: Sauce
Yield: 1 Servings
| 2 | lb | Ripe tomatoes |
| 1/4 | c | Olive oil |
| 1 | lg | Onion, finely chopped |
| 2 | | Cloves garlic, minced |
| 1 | ts | Sugar |
| 1/4 | c | Fresh basil, chopped |
| | | Salt and fresh ground pepper to taste |
If using plum tomatoes, cut in half. If using large tomatoes, cut in
quarters. Place tomatoes in a non-reactive saucepan. Cover and cook for 15
to 20 minutes or until soft. Once soft, pass tomatoes through food mill and
reserve puree in a bowl. Pour olive oil into a medium skillet and set over
medium heat. Add onion and garlic and saute for 2 to 3 minutes or until
golden. Add tomato puree, sugar and basil. Season with salt and pepper to
taste. Cook until sauce is reduced and thickened to your personal liking,
about 5 to 10 minutes. Makes about 2 to 3 cups.