BASQUE TOMATO SAUCE

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Categories     Sauce     Onion     Tomato     Sauté     Ham     Bell Pepper     Summer     Simmer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons olive oil
4 ounces smoked ham, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 cup diced onion
1 cup diced green bell peppers
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
2 28-ounce cans chopped diced tomatoes in juice, drained
3/4 cup dry Sherry

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add ham; sauté until golden, about 8 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer ham to small bowl.
  • Add 1 tablespoon oil to saucepan. Add onion, bell peppers, garlic, thyme and bay leaf. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover; simmer until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Add tomatoes and Sherry. Bring to simmer. Cover partially; simmer over medium heat until mixture thickens slightly, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Discard bay leaf. Stir in ham. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to simmer before using).

Francisco Alcala
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This sauce is a game-changer! I used to hate making tomato sauce because it was always so bland and boring. But this sauce is anything but boring. It's packed with flavor and it's so easy to make. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Gary Bradley
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I love this sauce! It's so simple to make and it's packed with flavor. I've used it on pasta, chicken, and fish, and it's always delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Doreene Hamilton
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This sauce is amazing! I've been looking for a good tomato sauce recipe for ages, and this one is definitely the best I've tried. It's so flavorful and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Austin Davis
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I made this sauce last night and it was a huge hit! My family loved it. It's so flavorful and versatile. I can't wait to try it on other dishes.


Twala Portia
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This sauce is incredible! I've never had anything like it before. It's so rich and flavorful, and it's so easy to make. I'm definitely going to be making this again and again.


Shahab Khpalwaak
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I was skeptical about this sauce at first because it's so simple. But I'm so glad I tried it! It's absolutely delicious. I love the combination of flavors. It's the perfect sauce for any occasion.


SalmaN Ray
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This sauce is a game-changer! I used to hate making tomato sauce because it was always so bland and boring. But this sauce is anything but boring. It's packed with flavor and it's so easy to make. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Sh Faheem Faheem
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I love this sauce! It's so simple to make and it's packed with flavor. I've used it on pasta, chicken, and fish, and it's always delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


celiwe khulu
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This sauce is amazing! I've been looking for a good tomato sauce recipe for ages, and this one is definitely the best I've tried. It's so flavorful and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Michelle Allen
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I made this sauce last night and it was a huge hit! My family loved it. It's so flavorful and versatile. I can't wait to try it on other dishes.


Mr Billa
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This sauce is incredible! I've never had anything like it before. It's so rich and flavorful, and it's so easy to make. I'm definitely going to be making this again and again.


tinyiko Nkateko
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I was skeptical about this sauce at first because it's so simple. But I'm so glad I tried it! It's absolutely delicious. I love the combination of flavors. It's the perfect sauce for any occasion.


Cameron Martinez
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This sauce is a game-changer! I used to hate making tomato sauce because it was always so bland and boring. But this sauce is anything but boring. It's packed with flavor and it's so easy to make. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Francisco Sandoval
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I love this sauce! It's so flavorful and versatile. I've used it on pasta, chicken, and fish, and it's always delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Sunil Lama
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This sauce is amazing! I made it last night and it was a huge hit with my family. The flavors are so rich and complex, and it's so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again and again.


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