Freezer Fresh Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Freezer Fresh Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pounds tomatoes cored; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 sweet onion peeled and finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic mediums, peeled and minced; 1/2 cup red wine dry white OR, optional; 1/4 cup tomato paste; 2 bay leaves; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon sugar; Italian parsley cup chopped; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

4 pounds tomatoes cored
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 sweet onion peeled and finely chopped
3 cloves garlic mediums, peeled and minced
1/2 cup red wine dry white OR, optional
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
Italian parsley cup chopped
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a few tomatoes at a time. Time 30 to 60 seconds, or until skins begin to crack. Remove with a slotted spoon to a colander. Rinse briefly with cold water. When cool enough to handle, peel and cut in halves. Squeeze out seeds if desired. Chop tomatoes coarsely.
2
In a large pan, heat oil over medium-low heat. Add onion and garlic. Cover; cook 10 minutes. Add wine and cook, uncovered, until reduced by half. Add chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, bay leaves, salt and sugar. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, 40 to 60 minutes, until sauce has thickened and concentrated. Stir in parsley and pepper.
3
Let cool and ladle into freezer containers, leaving about 3/4 inch head space. Cover and freeze.

169

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 pounds tomatoes cored, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 sweet onion peeled and finely chopped, 3 cloves garlic mediums, peeled and minced, and more.

Yes, Freezer Fresh Tomato Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Freezer Fresh Tomato Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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