Tomato Sauce Concentrate

DIRECTIONS

• Remove cores, cut in half and remove seeds from when tomatoes are cool.
• Put in the blender and puree, this will make about 4 cups.
• In a large pot, heat oil and the onions, saute until golden and soft about 10 minutes.
• Add garlic and saute for about 5 minutes more on low.
• Add the tomato puree and stir.
• Bring to a simmer and reduce the heat to medium-low so it is bubbling but not boiling.
• Cook for an hour and stir occasionally.
• Cool completely, then measure 1 cup portions into freezer containers and chill completely.
• Freeze.
• To use, thaw in refrigerator overnight.
• Use as a base, making into pasta sauce, soup or whatever you need it for.