Ingredients
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6 Garlic Cloves
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4 Tbsp Olive Oil
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10-12 (approx 2 lbs or 1kg) Plum Tomatoes
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Handful Fresh Basil
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Salt
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Black Pepper
Directions
Steps
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1
Done
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Blanch the TomatoesTo easily remove the skin (this step is what makes marinara sauce silky), put the whole tomatoes in boiling water for 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon. Run over cold water and gently peel off the skin. |
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2
Done
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Peel and crush the garlic. Add 2 Tbsp oil to a pan over medium heat and cook garlic until golden brown, about 3 minutes. |
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3
Done
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Remove the sees from the peeled tomatoes and add to sauce pan with the remaining oil. |
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4
Done
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Season with salt and pepper, add chopped fresh basil, and cook on medium-low for 15 minutes. |
