Pasta Sauce

Preparation mode

• Make an “X” shaped cut on the bottom of each tomato.
• Place the tomatoes in a pan of boiling water for about 1 minute.
• Remove the tomatoes and place them in a bowl of ice water to cool quickly.
• Remove the skin from the tomatoes starting with the “X” cut.
• Chop the tomatoes into small cubes.
• In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
• Add the chopped onion and sauté until transparent.
• Add the chopped garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn the garlic.
• Add the chopped tomatoes to the pan.
• Add the bay leaf.
• Season with salt, black pepper and sugar.
• Let it cook over low heat for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the tomatoes are cooked through.
• Remove the bay leaf.
• If desired, add fresh basil leaves for additional flavor.
• Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
• Serve the sauce hot over the cooked pasta of your choice.
• Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.