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Roasted Tomato Pasta Sauce

Course Sauces and Spreads
Cuisine American
Keyword tomatoes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings 1 Quart

Ingredients

  • 8 Roma tomatoes
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
  • ½ yellow onion, peeled and chopped
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
  • 1 ½ teaspoon balsamic vinegar
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Instructions

  • Pre-heat oven to 400°F.
  • Cut tomatoes in half and place cut-side up on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • In a bowl, mix together the garlic, onions, salt, pepper, sugar, Italian seasoning, basil, and vinegar.
  • Pour the oil mixture over the tomatoes and make sure they are all covered.
  • Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, turn the tomatoes. Roast for an additional 15 minutes. Tomatoes should be soft and juicy.
  • Remove tomatoes from the oven and allow them to cool for 15 minutes.
  • Place in a food processor. Process till desired consistency.
  • This sauce will keep fresh in the refrigerator for about 5 days, or freeze for up to 6 months.