Tomato sauce
Description
The sauce is prepared in just a few minutes. The ready hot tomato sauce can be served immediately with a dish or stored in a jar for up to two weeks. The prepared sauce can be kept in the refrigerator for several days.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Peel the onion and cut it into cubes. Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat and sauté the onion, stirring, until it becomes translucent.
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Step 2
2. Add the peeled and chopped carrots. Fry for another 5 minutes, stirring.
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Step 3
3. Add the peeled and minced garlic to the skillet. Fry for another minute.
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Step 4
4. Then add the canned tomatoes with their juice to the pan. If they are whole, chop them first. Add to the pan.
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Step 5
5. Add the spices and chopped basil as well, mix. Bring to a boil. Then simmer, covered, for 20 minutes.
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Step 6
6. The sauce will turn out aromatic and thick.
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Step 7
7. Pour the tomato sauce into a blender and blend. Although sometimes I like the sauce with chunks of tomatoes—it's a matter of personal preference. The tomato sauce is ready.