Roasted Tomato Sauce Recipe
A deeply flavorful and naturally sweet pasta sauce is created from roasted fresh tomatoes, offering a superior alternative to store-bought varieties.
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 325 F with a rack in the center.
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Core and cut tomatoes into 1-inch pieces, leaving smaller varieties whole.
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Toss the cut tomatoes with oil, garlic, onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
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Arrange the seasoned tomatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for about one hour until tender and shriveled.
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Pass the roasted tomatoes through a food mill or blend them to achieve a smooth sauce, removing skins and seeds.
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Transfer the tomato mixture to a large saucepan, adding basil, tomato paste, and red pepper flakes if using.
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Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low and continue to simmer for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
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If serving, prepare pasta according to package directions and toss the hot, drained pasta with the finished sauce.