Michele's Favorite Tomato Sauce

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   In a large non-reactive saucepan heat olive oil.

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   Add onions and carrots and reduce heat to low.

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   Add 1/4 cup of water and garlic.

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   Cover and cook gently until vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.

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   Stir in tomatoes with puree, using a wooden spoon to break up tomatoes by mashing them against the sides of the saucepan.

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   Add remaining 1/2 cup of water, cover and simmer over low heat for 1 hour, stirring now and then.

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   Press sauce through a sieve or food mill and discard solids.

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   Season to taste with salt and pepper.

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   Use immediately or ladle into freezer containers.

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    This sauce can freeze up to a year.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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