Fresh tomato sauce
- Total Time
- 15 minutes
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Ingredients
- 2tablespoons olive oil
- ½cup finely chopped onions
- 1teaspoon finely minced garlic
- 2cups peeled, chopped fresh tomatoes
- 1bay leaf
- ½teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt to taste, if desired
- Freshly ground pepper to taste
- 1tablespoon butter
- ¼cup chopped fresh basil
Nutritional analysis per serving (3 servings)
146 calories; 13 grams fat; 4 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 8 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 7 grams carbohydrates; 2 grams dietary fiber; 4 grams sugars; 1 gram protein; 334 milligrams sodium
Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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Preparation
- Step 1
Heat the oil in a saucepan and add the onions and garlic. Cook, stirring, until they are wilted.
- Step 2
Add the tomatoes, bay leaf, thyme, salt and pepper and bring to the boil. Cover and simmer about 10 minutes. Stir in the butter and basil.
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Comments
I used one can of fire roasted diced tomatoes - no summer/ fresh tomatoes available and it was delicious!!
What heat are we supposed to use on the stove?