Fresh Tomato Basil Sauce
Fresh tomato basil sauce is one of the most essential Italian preparations. Made with ripe tomatoes, olive oil and basil, it is light, fragrant and perfect for pasta, pizza or many other dishes. Simple ingredients create a fresh and authentic flavour.
Ingredients
- 800 g ripe tomatoes
- 30 ml extra virgin olive oil
- 1 garlic clove
- Fresh basil
- Salt to taste
How to Make It
- Wash the tomatoes
- Score a cross on the base
- Blanch in boiling water briefly
- Remove skins and seeds
- Chop the tomato flesh
- Heat olive oil in a pan
- Add garlic and cook gently
- Add chopped tomatoes
- Season with salt
- Cook for about 20 minutes
- Add fresh basil at the end
- Remove garlic and serve
Tips
- Use very ripe tomatoes
- Do not overcook to keep freshness
- Add basil at the end
- Perfect for pasta or pizza
Storage
- Keep refrigerated for up to 3 days
- Best eaten within 48 hours
- Can be frozen for up to 1 month