Classic Tomato Sauce With Bacon

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title: classic tomato sauce with bacon
categories: professional, sauce
servings: 50

4 oz sliced bacon
8 oz onion
8 oz carrot
4 qt canned tomatoes
2 qt tomato puree
1 lb ham bone
2 t garlic
1 bay leaf
1/4 t thyme
1/4 t rosemary
1/4 t peppercorns
kosher salt
sugar

heat the bacon in a heavy saucepot to render, without browning
add onions and carrots
saute until softened, without browning
add tomatoes in their juice, tomato puree, and ham bones
tie seasonings in cheesecloth to make a sachet
add to sauce
bring to the boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 90-120 minutes remove and
discard sachet and bones
strain through a chinois or run through a food mill
adjust seasonings with salt and/or sugar to taste
cover and chill for 1-48 hours or freeze to store
use as desired

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