Basic Stewed Tomatoes With Fresh Tomatoes
A quick-to-prepare stewed tomato dish, featuring fresh tomatoes, butter, and seasonings, ready in 30 minutes for various culinary uses or serving with croutons.
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Instructions
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Peel 4 large or 6 medium tomatoes, then cut them into chunks.
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In a medium saucepan, heat the tomato chunks over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until juices release (about 5 minutes).
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Reduce heat to low and continue cooking, stirring frequently, for 10 to 15 minutes until desired consistency is reached.
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Stir in 1 teaspoon fine salt, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar, and 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; adjust seasonings to taste.
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Serve, optionally topped with croutons.