Stewed Tomato Sauce with Basil and Olive Oil

Name: Stewed Tomato Sauce with Basil and Olive Oil
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 1 (28-ounce) can, tomatoes in puree, puree reserved, tomatoes seeded, then crushed; 1 , medium carrot, peeled and minced; 3 tablespoons, olive oil; 2 tablespoons, minced fresh basil leaf, or minced mint

Europe
Italian
Fruits & Vegetables
Vegetables
Vegetarian
Sauces

Appears in Cook's Illustrated March/April 1994

These four sauces made from canned tomatoes are easy, cook quickly, and showcase the flavors of the basic ingredients.

SERVES 9 (Makes about 3 cups)

TIME 1 hour

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