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Italian Tomato Sauce

It’s difficult to think anything but pleasant thoughts while eating a homegrown tomato. – Lewis Grizzard

I have made many different types of tomato sauce over the years. I tried spicy, I tried plain, I tried with vegetables and all sorts of seasonings, This tomato sauce is perfect in every way. I love that the tomato flavor of the sauce shines through bright and clear, is nicely adaptable and makes a delicious pasta sauce just as it is. but never hit on what I was looking for until I came across this recipe last year by Canal House Cooking from William and Sonoma. This sauce is perfect in every way. This tomato sauce is perfect in every way. I love that the tomato flavor of the sauce shines through bright and clear, is nicely adaptable and makes a delicious pasta sauce just as it is. I love that the tomato flavor of the sauce shines through bright and clear. There will be no need to try a different tomato sauce again. This sauce is so nicely adaptable to whatever I might be cooking.  It stands alone as well, and makes a delicious pasta sauce just as it is. Nothing to tinker with in this recipe.  Why mess with perfection.

This tomato sauce is perfect in every way. I love that the tomato flavor of the sauce shines through bright and clear, is nicely adaptable and makes a delicious pasta sauce just as it is.

 

Italian (Simplest) Tomato Sauce
2013-09-24 17:22:04
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Ingredients
  1. 15 lb. ripe Italian plum tomatoes, halved
  2. 4 yellow onions, halved through the root end
  3. 4 branches fresh rosemary, thyme, oregano, basil or other herb of choice
  4. Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
  5. 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  6. Good-quality extra-virgin olive oil
  7. 6 to 8 fresh basil sprigs
Sauce
  1. Put the tomatoes, along with their juice, in a large heavy-bottomed pot.
  2. Add the onions and herb branches, and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Set over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and simmer very gently, stirring often with a wooden spoon, until the tomato flesh is completely soft, 2 to 3 hours.
  5. Let the tomatoes cool for about 1 hour.
  6. Discard the onions and herb branches.
  7. Pass the tomatoes through a food mill into another large clean pot, discarding the solids.
  8. Add the lemon juice and a drizzle of olive oil, set over medium heat and heat, stirring, until hot.
Canning
  1. Meanwhile, wash 6 to 8 pint canning jars with their lids and rings in hot soapy water and rinse them, then place in a large pan or bowl and cover with boiling water.
  2. Keep them in the hot water until ready to use.
  3. Remove the jars from the water and pour out any water.
  4. Arrange the jars together for easy filling.
  5. Put a basil sprig in each jar.
  6. At the same time, fill a large pot (large enough to hold the jars in a single layer) with warm water to a depth of 4 inches.
  7. A canning kettle with a rack is ideal.
  8. To process the tomato sauce, use a sterilized glass measuring cup and a funnel to pour about 1 cup of the hot sauce into each jar, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace.
  9. Using a paper towel dipped in hot water, wipe the rims clean.
  10. Place the lid on each jar, then screw on the rings.
  11. Arrange the jars in the water in the pot (the water should cover the jars by 2 inches) and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil for 35 minutes.
  12. Using tongs, remove the jars from the water and place on a tray lined with a kitchen towel.
  13. Let the jars cool undisturbed for 12 hours.
  14. If the jars have sealed properly, the lids will be slightly indented and not springy to the touch.
  15. If a jar did not seal properly, either repeat the water bath process or refrigerate and use the sauce. Makes 6 to 8 pints.
By Canal House Cooking-William Sonoma
Pure Grace Farms https://puregracefarms.com/

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Comments

  1. Barbra says

    August 30, 2015 at 16:53

    I’m interested in the Canal Book spaghetti sauce ..
    Curiosity – the sprig of basil put in sauce & then water bath?

    Reply
    • Shari Eckstrom says

      August 30, 2015 at 18:36

      Yes Barbra. I add one fresh basil sprig into each jar and then water bath. Hope that helps to clarify.
      Blessings,
      Shari

      Reply
  2. Theresa @DearCreatives says

    June 24, 2015 at 15:49

    I haven’t canned tomato sauce in a long time. I might have to try your recipe this summer. Pinned for later.

    Reply
    • Shari Eckstrom says

      June 24, 2015 at 16:59

      I would love to hear how you like it and if you add any special touches to make it your own.

      Blessings,

      Shari

      Reply
  3. Anne says

    August 26, 2014 at 10:33

    What would be the ratios to make ONE batch of sauce (to decide if I liked it before making enough to can)? If you could email me at acboylethirteenatyahoodotcom, I would really appreciate it. Thanks!!

    Reply
    • Shari Eckstrom says

      August 26, 2014 at 11:07

      I sent out the new proportions to you. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions at all.
      Blessings,
      Shari

      Reply
      • Barbra says

        August 30, 2015 at 16:54

        May I have those portions also?
        Barbra

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        • Shari Eckstrom says

          August 30, 2015 at 18:39

          To make a smaller batch simply cut all ingredients in half and cook as directed. this will give you 3 to 4 pint jars of sauce. Believe me they will go quickly. 🙂

          Reply

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