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Ingredients
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5 pounds cored whole tomatoes, fresh or frozen
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3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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2 medium onions, chopped
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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3/4 teaspoon dried basil or 1 tablespoon chopped fresh
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3/4 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon chopped fresh
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3/4 teaspoon dried oregano or 1 tablespoon chopped fresh
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1 ¾ teaspoons salt
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½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
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1-2 teaspoons sugar (optional)
Directions
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If using fresh tomatoes, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Make a small X in the bottom of each tomato and plunge into the boiling water until the skins are slightly loosened, 30 seconds to 2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl of ice water for 1 minute. Peel with a paring knife, starting at the X. If using frozen tomatoes, run each under warm water and peel or rub the skin off. Thaw in the refrigerator or defrost in the microwave until mostly thawed. Chop the tomatoes, reserving any juice.
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Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onions and cook, stirring, until beginning to brown, about 4 to 6 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the tomatoes (and any juice), basil, thyme, oregano, salt, pepper and sugar (if using). Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer and cook until thickened to desired consistency, stirring occasionally, 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Taste and season with additional salt, pepper and/or sugar.
Tips
Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 6 months.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
72 | Calories |
4g | Fat |
9g | Carbs |
2g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 12 | |
Serving Size 1/2 cup | |
Calories 72 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Carbohydrate 9g | 3% |
Dietary Fiber 3g | 9% |
Total Sugars 5g | |
Protein 2g | 4% |
Total Fat 4g | 5% |
Saturated Fat 1g | 3% |
Vitamin A 1437IU | 29% |
Vitamin C 25mg | 28% |
Folate 30mcg | 7% |
Sodium 349mg | 15% |
Calcium 27mg | 2% |
Iron 1mg | 4% |
Magnesium 22mg | 5% |
Potassium 442mg | 9% |
Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.
* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.