Classic Tomato Sauce

Perfect for Pizza & Pasta

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🧾 Ingredients

• 1 kg ripe red tomatoes
• 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
• 1½ teaspoons salt (or to taste)
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon dried basil (or thyme)
• 4–5 fresh basil leaves

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

🔪 Step 1: Prepare the tomatoes

1. Make a small cross cut at the bottom of each tomato.
2. Boil for 2–3 minutes until the skin loosens.
3. Transfer to cold water and peel off the skin.
4. Blend until smooth.

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🍳 Step 2: Cook the sauce

5. Heat olive oil in a pan. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
6. Pour in the blended tomatoes and stir well.
7. Add salt and dried herbs.
8. Cook on medium heat for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

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🌿 Step 3: Finish

9. Add fresh basil at the end and cook for 1 minute.
10. Let it cool slightly before using.