Grandma'S Tomato Sauce

1. 1

   Toss salt and sugar with tomatoes in 2 large bowls, then let stand until very juicy, about 15 minutes.

2. 2

   Cook garlic in oil in a wide 8- to 10-quart heavy pot over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden, 3 to 5 minutes, then discard garlic. Carefully add tomato mixture (it may splatter) and basil, stirring to combine. Bring to a boil, covered, stirring occasionally, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring more frequently toward end of cooking, until sauce is thickened and reduced by half, 2 to 3 hours.

3. 3

   Force sauce through food mill into a large bowl, discarding solids. Ladle sauce into 1-pint airtight containers and cool completely, uncovered, then freeze, covered.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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