homemade fresh tomato sauce

How To Make homemade fresh tomato sauce

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  FOR THE PREP
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  Start with 6 nice ripe red tomatoes.
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  Give them a quick wash in cold water.
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  Prepare a pot of boiling water large enough to cover the tomatoes.
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  Boil tomatoes for 1 minute
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  Prepare a large bowl of ice water.
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  Remove tomatos from the water with the slotted spoon and dip them into the cold iced-water. (This boiling and cooling process is called blanching)
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  After about a minute, remove the tomatoes from the water and remove their skins. They should slip right off. If not, use a sharp paring knife to remove any stubborn spots.
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  FOR THE SAUCE
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  Chunk Tomatoes and Place in Blender, puree until smooth.
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  Add 1 can of tomato paste to pot.
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  Add brown sugar and season with Salt, Pepper & Marjoram
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  Simmer covered, on low for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve with your favorite pasta or any other dish that calls for tomato sauce!
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