INGREDIENTS
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3 pounds ripe plum tomatoes cut in half lengthwise1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons good olive oil
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2 tablespoon kosher salt
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1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
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1 cup chopped sweet onions
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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2 14.5-ounce cans diced tomatoes, with their juice
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1/4 cup dried basil leaves
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1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
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2 14.5 ounce cans reduced sodium chicken broth
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1/2 cup water