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Fresh Tomato Sauce
 
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Ready In: 20 Minutes
Servings: 6
The description is in the title... ;-) Listed for use with my Spinach and Cheese Ravioli with Fresh Tomato Sauce
Ingredients:
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 lbs ripe tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped
1/4-1 teaspoon crushed hot red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon salt
8 fresh basil leaves, finely shredded
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese, for serving
Directions:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes, or until the garlic just begins to turn golden brown.
2. Increase the heat to medium-high, add the tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes, or until the tomatoes are softened and a sauce is formed. Stir in the basil.
By RecipeOfHealth.com