Sicilian Sauce(Pdfx51B)

* Exported from MasterCook *

SICILIAN SAUCE (PDFX51B)

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Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Sauces Italian

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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3 tablespoon Olive oil
2 tablespoon Tomato paste
1 Medium onion -- finely chopped
1 can Crushed tomatoes (28oz)
2 teaspoon Dried basil -- crumbled
With added puree
1 teaspoon Dried oregano -- crumbled
Salt and fresh ground pepper
3 Large garlic cloves -- minced

Heat oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. 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 occasionally. Add tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Simmer until sauce
is of desired thickness. Season with salt and pepper. (Sauce can be prepared
ahead. Cover and refrigerate 1 week or freeze up to 1 month.) Makes about 2 1/2
cups



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