Simple Tomato Sauce

A basic tomato sauce that works well in our Mini Green Pizza recipe.

Ingredients:

1 small onion, peeled and diced
2-3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
2 tbsp. cooking oil (olive oil compliments the flavors well)
1 bunch fresh herbs (oregano, basil, parsley), chopped OR 1 tsp. dried oregano
1 15 oz. can or jar of diced tomatoes

Equipment:

Cutting board
Kitchen knife
Small pot
Cooktop

Ingredients:

1 small onion, peeled and diced
2-3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
2 tbsp. cooking oil (olive oil compliments the flavors well)
1 bunch fresh herbs (oregano, basil, parsley), chopped OR 1 tsp. dried oregano
1 15 oz. can or jar of diced tomatoes

Equipment:

Cutting board
Kitchen knife
Small pot
Cooktop

Directions:

  1. Wash and prepare all veggies by peeling, dicing, mincing, or chopping them as noted in the ingredients list.
  2. Place a small pot over low heat on a stove top and add the oil.
  3. Carefully add the onion to the hot oil, listening for the sizzling sound. Cook until fragrant and starting to caramelize, about 10 minutes.
  4. Add the remaining garlic, herbs and tomatoes. Simmer until sauce thickens, about 45 minutes.
  5. Spread on flatbread or pizza crusts, like the Mini Green Pizzas.

Note: Stores well in the freezer.