Canning Tomato Sauce from Fresh Tomatoes

Ingredients and Weight:

• Fresh tomatoes: 12 lbs
• Onions: 2 lbs
• Garlic: 1 head
• Olive oil: 1/2 cup
• Salt: 2 tbsp
• Black pepper: 1 tsp
• Basil: 1/4 cup
• Oregano: 1/4 cup
• Italian seasoning: 1/2 tbsp

Preparation Time: 1 hour

Cooking Time: 3 hours

Difficulty Level: 3

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Wash and core the tomatoes. Cut them into chunks.
2. Peel and mince the onions and garlic.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large pot and add the onions. Cook until softened, about 10 minutes.
4. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
5. Add the tomatoes, salt, pepper, basil, oregano, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
7. Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings as needed.

Nutritional Information: (Per 1/2 cup serving)

• Calories: 100
• Fat: 5g
• Carbohydrates: 15g
• Protein: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich, flavorful, and tangy
• Versatile; can be used for pasta, pizza, or as a dipping sauce
• Made with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients
• Preserved by canning to ensure freshness

User Comments:

• "This tomato sauce is amazing! It's so hearty and full of flavor."
• "I love the versatility of this sauce. I've used it for everything from pasta to pizza."
• "It's so easy to make, and it tastes like it came from a Michelin-starred restaurant."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have fresh tomatoes, you can use canned tomatoes. However, the flavor will not be as rich.
• Add a pinch of sugar to the sauce to help balance the acidity of the tomatoes.
• If the sauce is too thin, simmer it for longer to reduce it.
• Can the sauce in sterilized jars to preserve it for up to a year.