Aromatic Tomato-Basil Sauce with Garlic

Ingredients

• Tomatoes 2 pieces
• Cherry Tomatoes 10 oz
• Red Bell Pepper 1 piece
• Fresh Basil 1 sprig
• Garlic 6 cloves
• Italian herbs 0 oz
• Hot paprika ½ teaspoon
• Apple Cider Vinegar 1 tablespoon
• Five Pepper Blend 1 teaspoon
• Salt to taste

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1

Prepare the ingredients. The vegetables should be at room temperature.

Step 2

Pour boiling water over the large tomatoes.

Step 3

After a minute, drain the water and peel the tomatoes.

Step 4

Chop the tomatoes.

Step 5

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half or quarters (depending on size and ripeness).

Step 6

Place the cherry tomatoes in a hot skillet with olive oil.

Step 7

Stir after a couple of minutes.

Step 8

Add the chopped tomatoes.

Step 9

Mix well.

Step 10

Dice the bell pepper into small cubes.

Step 11

Add to the tomatoes, reduce the heat, and cover with a lid.

Step 12

After 7 minutes, add the spices, stir, and lower the heat a bit more.

Step 13

Add the coarsely chopped garlic. Mix well.

Step 14

Cover with a lid.

Step 15

After 2–3 minutes, add the wine vinegar and stir. Remove from heat.

Step 16

In a blender, add the fresh basil leaves.

Step 17

Then pour in the sauce from the skillet and blend until smooth.