Fresh Tomato Sauce

Ingredients, directions and serving information for Fresh Tomato Sauce.

• 8 ripe tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup onion
• 1/2 cup green pepper
• 1/4 cup carrot
• 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• black pepper

1. Wash hands with soap and water.
2. Wash the ripe tomatoes. Cut out stem ends. Chop into small pieces and set aside in a large bowl.
3. In a large pan, heat the oil over medium high heat. Add onion, green pepper, carrots and garlic. Stir-fry until tender, about three minutes.
4. Add seasonings and tomatoes. Bring to a gentle boil.
5. Lower heat and simmer gently, uncovered, until tomatoes turn to a sauce, about 40 minutes. Serve over freshly cooked pasta.