ZESTY TOMATO DIPPING SAUCE

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This four-ingredient condiment transforms a can of tomato sauce into a zippy, complex dipping sauce with a little help from minced garlic and lemon juice. Serve it with something rich and creamy, like a platter of Spinach-and-Feta Patties or these crispy Salmon-and-Mashed-Potato Croquettes.

Provided by Greg Lofts

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield Makes about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic (1 clove)
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a small saucepan or skillet over medium. When it shimmers, add garlic and cook until fragrant and just beginning to turn golden, about 2 minutes.
  • Add tomato sauce and 2 tablespoons water; simmer for 1 minute. Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice, and season to taste. Transfer to a bowl and serve warm. This sauce can also be made and refrigerated in an airtight container up to five days ahead. When ready to serve, gently reheat until warm.

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