James Beard's Tomato Sauce | James Beard Foundation

James Beard's Tomato Sauce | James Beard Foundation

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Score the bottom of each tomato with a paring knife; scald the tomatoes in boiling water until the tomato skins are falling off, about 10 minutes. When cool enough to touch, peel them completely,...

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Cooking tools:

  • Paring knife
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Pot
  • Skillet
  • Stove

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds ripe tomatoes
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, crushed (or more to taste)
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 large sprig of fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste (optional)

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