Fresh Tomato Basil Sauce

Ingredients:

15 fresh tomatoes (Roma or vine-ripe), diced
1 large bunch fresh basil, chopped
4–6 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Salt, to taste (optional)

Instructions:

1️⃣ Prep Tomatoes

Dice tomatoes (leave skins on for rustic texture or blanch & peel if preferred).

2️⃣ Cook Garlic

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (30 sec–1 min, do not brown).

3️⃣ Simmer Sauce

Add diced tomatoes to the skillet.
Season with black pepper (and salt if using).
Simmer uncovered over medium-low heat for 20–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes break down and the sauce thickens.

4️⃣ Add Basil

Stir in fresh basil during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

5️⃣ Taste & Adjust

Add more pepper or a drizzle of olive oil if desired before serving.

✅ Serving Suggestions:

✅ Toss with hot pasta for a light, fresh dinner.
✅ Serve over grilled chicken or fish.
✅ Use as a bruschetta topping on toasted bread with a drizzle of balsamic.
✅ Spoon over scrambled eggs for a fresh breakfast.

Storage:

Keeps in the fridge up to 5 days.
Freeze in portions for up to 3 months.