Fresh Tomato Sauce
A delicious and easy slow cooker recipe that brings the taste of garden-fresh tomatoes to your table, perfect for pastas, pizzas, and more.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 7 lbs fresh tomatoes Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
- 1 large onion
- 8 cloves garlic, crushed and peeled
- 1 cup dry red wine Feel free to experiment with different types of wine.
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp dried Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional) Add more for added heat.
- 1 ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- ¾ cup torn basil, divided Reserve some for finishing the sauce.
- ½ cup chopped parsley, divided Reserve some for finishing the sauce.
Instructions
Preparation
- Roughly chop the tomatoes and onion.
- Add all ingredients to the slow cooker, except for ½ cup torn basil and ¼ cup chopped parsley.
- Stir until ingredients are well combined.
Cooking
- Cook on high for 7-8 hours, until the tomatoes are very soft and breaking down.
- Puree the sauce with an immersion blender, or, if you don’t have one, puree in batches using a blender or food processor.
- Stir in the remaining basil and parsley.
Notes
Refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 6 months. Experiment with herbs and spices to find the flavor combination you love. If you prefer a smoother sauce, blend it longer until you reach your desired consistency.