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Fresh Oven Roasted Tomato Sauce

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Author Jennifer Morrisey

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds tomatoes Amish paste or Roma are good
  • 1 medium onion halved and sliced 1/4 inch thick
  • 2 carrots sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 4 cloves garlic peeled and minced
  • 1 tablespoon
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1-2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • Coarse sea salt and ground pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425 F degrees.
  • Use a sharp paring knife to core the tomatoes. Cut tomatoes in half, I used the back of a spoon to scrape out the seeds and watery membrane, but this is purely preference; transfer tomatoes to one large (or two smaller) rimmed baking sheet; add onion, carrots, garlic, and thyme.
  • Toss tomato mixture with oil; season with Homemade Pizza seasoning or Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper.
  • Spread in a single layer. Roast until tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour. If vegetables begin to brown too quickly, push them toward the center of the sheet.
  • Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Using tongs or your fingers, peel off tomato skins; discard. Transfer mixture (including juices) to a blender; pulse several times, until chunky.
  • Add a few teaspoons of balsamic vinegar and enough tomato paste to help reach desired thickness. Taste your sauce and see if it needs any further seasoning.
  • Let cool completely; transfer to an airtight container.