Dinner

Simple Roasted Tomato Sauce

Capture the essence of summer with this slow-roasted tomato sauce. Made with juicy tomatoes, roasted garlic, and fresh basil, it's a versatile staple for cozy pastas, pizzas, or even soups. Blend it smooth and store it for when you need a burst of homemade flavor on chilly winter days. Simple, comforting, and packed with rich, roasted goodness.

January 14, 2025

By Gourmet Glow

Ingredients

2.2lbs mixed tomatoes, cut into chunks
8 Cloves Garlic, unpeeled
100ml Olive Oil, plus 1tbsp
Handful Fresh Basil Leaves
Sea Salt & Fresh Cracked Black Pepper to season

Directions

Preheat oven 320F. Arrange the tomatoes and garlic in one layer on a large roasting tray and drizzle with 1tbsp Olive Oil.

Roast for 30-40 minutes or until tender and releasing their juice.

Squeeze the garlic cloves from their skins, discarding the skin. Add the tomatoes and garlic to a food mill or blender and blend until smooth. Add the basil and some salt and pepper, blend again until the basil is broken down.
Taste, adjust the seasoning and store in sterile jars in the fridge or freeze for winter months