Sicilian Sauce For Pizza(Tdn)

* Exported from MasterCook *

SICILIAN SAUCE FOR PIZZA (TDN)

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Serving Size : 10 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Sauces

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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3 tb Olive oil
1 Med. onion, finely chopped
2 ts Dried basil, crumbled
1 t Dried oregano, crumbled
2 Lg. garlic cloves, minced
2 tb Tomato paste
1 28 oz. can crushed tomatoes
-with added puree
Salt & freshly ground pepper
-to taste

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, heat oil; add
onion, basil and oregano. Cook until onion softens
slightly, stirring occasionally about 6 minutes. Mix
in garlic and cook 2 minutes. Add tomato paste and
cook 3 minutes, stirring often. Add tomatoes and
bring to a simmer, crushing tomatoes with back of
spoon. Simmer until sauce is very thick, about 45
minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Sace can be prepared ahead. Cover and refrigerate 1
week or freeze up to 1 month.

Makes about 2 1/2 cups.

When ready to make pizza, top with your favorite items
and back at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes or until
crust is lightly browned and sauce is bubbly. Watch
carefully the last 5 minutes to make sure crust
doesn't burn.

Assorted recipes from the Detroit News, entered by
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