Fresh Pasta Sauce

 

 

 

 

 

4 lbs fresh tomatoes, chopped & peeled

• 2 medium onions, chopped

• 4 cloves garlic, chopped

• 1⁄4 cup fresh basil, chopped

• 1⁄4 cup olive oil

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 4 sprigs parsley

• 1 tablespoon sugar

 

 

• To cook pasta sauce, heat olive oil over medium heat in a large iron skillet or heavy saucepan.

• Add onion, basil, garlic and salt.

• Saute until onion is tender, approximately 5 minutes.

• Add tomato, parsley and sugar; heat to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered for about 2 hours, stirring often or until sauce has thickened.