Gormet Marinara Sauce(Authentic & Delicious!)

Preparation Time: 15 min.
Number of Servings: 3 1/2 cups

Ingredients:

2 tbs. extra virgin olive oil

1/4 medium onion, diced (about 3 tbs.)

3 cloves chopped garlic

3 1/2 cups whole peeled canned tomatoes in puree (about one 28 oz. can roughly chopped)

1 sprig fresh thyme

1sprig fresh basil

2 tsp kosher salt

freshly ground black pepper

Directions: 1. Heat the oil in medium sauce pan over medium heat. 2. Saute the onion and garlic, stirring until lightly brown ( about 3 min.) 3. Add the tomatoe and the herb sprigs and bring to a boil. 4. Lower the heat and simmer covered for 10 min. 5. Remove and discard the herb sprigs. 6. Stir in the salt and season with pepper to taste. 7. Use immediately, or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days (can also be frozen for up to 2 months)

Submitted By: Sarah Abate of Banning, California
Email/Web Site: aba585@hotmail.com
Date Submitted: 7/6/2002 3:00:14 PM