ITALIAN TOMATO SAUCE

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I got this recipe from Lidia Bastianich's cookbook. It's a great recipe, the only change I made was I added garlic (my favorite ingredient). You can make this ahead and freeze it. So much better than jar sauce! If you cannot get San Marzano tomatoes, I recommend Colivata or Cento brands.

Provided by Joanne

Categories     Sauces

Time 50m

Yield 2-4 uses

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (28 ounce) cans san marzano crushed tomatoes
4 bay leaves
1 cup shredded carrot
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup finely diced celery
1 small onion, finely diced
4 garlic cloves, finely diced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tablespoon salt (to taste)
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • In large pot, on medium head add olive oil, carrots and celery. Cook stirring occasionally for 5 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to low, add onion, crushed red pepper flakes (if using) and garlic cook for 5 minutes stirring constantly (being careful not to burn garlic).
  • Add crushed tomatoes, water and salt, raise heat to med and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook for 1/2 hour stirring occasionally. Remove and discard bay leaves.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546.3, Fat 29.5, SaturatedFat 4.1, Sodium 4605.1, Carbohydrate 70.1, Fiber 18, Sugar 5, Protein 14.6

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