Title: Mock Tomato Sauce
Categories: Lowsalt Sauce
Yield: 4 Servings

12	oz	Tomato paste -- 2-6 oz cans
3	c	Water
1/4	c	Chopped onion -- finely
		Chopped
1		Clove garlic -- minced
2	tb	Fresh lemon juice
1	ds	Hot pepper sauce
1/4	ts	Basil
1/8	ts	Black pepper -- freshly
		Ground
		Dried thyme -- to taste
		(optional)

In a medium saucepan combine all ingredients and mix well. Place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat cover and simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Makes 4 cups. Use in any recipe requiring tomato sauce.

May be stored in a covered container in refrigerator for 1 week. For longer storage, freeze in small quantities for use as needed.

Recipe By : American Heart Association Low-Salt Cookbook

From: Jean Cash Date: 05-30 Cooking

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