MARINARA SAUCE
While jar sauce is convenient, sometimes there is just no substitute for the real deal. This is a rich and flavour-popping tomato sauce that's easy to make and filled with the antioxidant lycopene.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
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4-6 large tomatoes or 2x300g cans whole peeled tomatoes
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130g tomato paste
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1 red onion
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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1 fresh chilli or 1 tsp chilli powder
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2 tbsp paprika
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1 tbsp Italian herbs
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1 tsp salt
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1 tsp rapadura sugar (optional - to reduce acidity)
LET'S GET COOKING
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Chop the tomatoes and in a blender, pulse briefly until they are small bits.
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Chop the onion; deseed and chop the chilli, if using.
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Sauté the onions in a little water, until soft.
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Stir in the remaining ingredients and add a little more water.
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Simmer for approximately 45-60 minutes, until the tomatoes cook down and sauce thickens.
