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Savor the taste of the Mediterranean with this Roasted Tomato and Garlic Spaghetti Sauce. Fresh garden tomatoes meet aromatic garlic in this homemade sauce, which is perfect for enhancing your favorite dishes.
Type of Cuisine:
Mediterranean
Prep Time: 20 Minutes.
Cook Time: 1 hour
How Many Servings?
6 Servings
Ingredients:
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| 15 fresh ripe tomatoes (approximately 4 ½ LB) | |
| 2 heads of garlic, separated but not peeled (about 20 cloves) | |
| 4 tablespoons olive oil | |
| Salt and pepper to taste | |
| 1 large onion, finely diced | |
| 2 carrots, finely grated | |
| 2 tablespoons tomato paste | |
| 1 tablespoon sugar to taste (optional) | |
| 1 bunch of fresh basil |
Preparation
1
Roast the Tomatoes and Garlic: Preheat your oven to 400°F.
Cut the tomatoes in half and arrange them cut-side up on a baking sheet. Scatter the garlic cloves around the tomatoes.
Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper—roast in the oven for about 35 minutes or until the tomatoes are soft.
Then turn the oven on, and broil on low until charred for ten more minutes.
2
Prepare the Tomatoes: Once cool enough to handle, peel the skin from the tomatoes (it should come off easily after roasting). Squeeze the garlic out of its skin.
3
Cook the Sauce: Heat some olive oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add the onions and carrots, and cook until they are soft and the onions are translucent.
Add the Tomato Paste and Roasted Tomatoes: Stir in the tomato paste until well combined with the onions and carrots. Then add the roasted tomatoes and garlic, breaking them up with your spoon.
4
If you like your sauce smoother, you can use an immersion blender to puree it. Simmer: Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer for at least 30 minutes. The longer it simmers, the more the flavors will meld together.
5
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings as needed, adding salt, pepper, and sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes.
Finally, add the fresh basil and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
6
Serve your homemade spaghetti sauce over your favorite pasta, with a sprinkle of parmesan and some fresh basil.
Recipe Tips & Suggestions
How Long Can Spaghetti Sauce Last in the Fridge?
Spaghetti sauce can typically last in the fridge for about 4 to 5 days. Another common question I often receive is, “Can you refreeze spaghetti sauce?” For the best flavor, you can freeze this sauce for up to 6 months.
To use, defrost the sauce in the refrigerator overnight and then heat it on the stovetop or in the microwave. Keep in mind that the consistency of the sauce may change slightly upon defrosting due to the water content of the tomatoes, but a quick simmer on the stove can restore its original texture. This is important if you prefer your spaghetti sauce chunky.