Easy Hack for Thick Tomato Sauce: Freeze, Blend, and Can
There’s nothing quite like the taste of homemade tomato sauce made from fresh, ripe tomatoes.
Whether you’re using garden tomatoes or the best tomatoes from your local farmers' market, the deep, rich flavor of a homemade sauce is unbeatable.
Servings: 6 Pints
Calories: 232kcal
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Equipment
Mason Jar
Canning Supplies
Jelly Jars
Soup Kettle
Ingredients
- 10 Pounds Fresh Tomatoes
- 6 Cloves Garlic minced
- ¼ Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 6 Tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 1/4 Cup White Wine
- ¾ Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional
- Fresh basil leaves
- Salt and black pepper to taste
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Instructions
- Freeze the Tomatoes. Wash and dry the fresh tomatoes. Freeze them whole for at least 24 hours.10 Pounds Fresh Tomatoes
- Thaw and Drain. Thaw the frozen tomatoes at room temperature. As they thaw, drain the excess water.
- Blend the Tomatoes. Using a food processor, immersion blender, or potato masher, blend the tomatoes into a sauce-like consistency. Pass the mixture through a food mill to remove the seeds and skins.
- Cook the Sauce. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking until fragrant. Add the tomato puree and bring the mixture to a simmer. Stir in fresh basil leaves, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, until the sauce reaches your desired thickness.6 Cloves Garlic, ¼ Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 6 Tablespoons Lemon Juice, 1/4 Cup White Wine, ¾ Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes, Fresh basil leaves, Salt and black pepper to taste
- Can the Sauce. Ladle the sauce into sterilized jars, seal tightly, and process in a boiling water bath for 35–40 minutes. Store jars in a cool, dark place. Once opened, store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 43mg | Potassium: 1831mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 6373IU | Vitamin C: 110mg | Calcium: 84mg | Iron: 2mg