Have Fun with Fresh Tomatoes!
Fresh Tomato Pasta SauceServes: 24 | Serving Size: 1/2 cupIngredients:
- 4 pounds fresh, ripe tomatoes, with their cores and stems removed
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 green pepper, seeded and diced
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1/2 cup of fresh basil leaves, rinsed
- Seasonings to taste: garlic powder, salt, pepper, and/or dried oregano
Directions:
- Place the tomatoes, onions, peppers, and garlic in a single layer in 2 large roasting pans.
- Arrange the oven racks to hold the pans about 6 inches away from the heating element and broil until everything is very brown, roughly 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and puree the vegetables in a food processor or blender until fine. Add the basil and seasonings and blend one more time.
- Put the mixture into a saucepan and bring to a boil. Serve hot, over pasta, grilled food, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Information:
- Serves 24. Each 1/2 cup serving has 18 calories, 0 g fat, 0 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 53 mg sodium, 4 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 3 g sugar, and 1 g protein.
- Each serving also contains 16% DV vitamin A, 28% DV vitamin C, 1% DV calcium, and 0% DV iron.
Chef’s Tips:
- This sauce offers a great way to use and store a large quantity of fresh tomatoes from your garden or the farmers' market.
- To freeze, scoop single portions of the sauce into freezer-safe bags and freeze. Reheat and use as necessary.