Fresh Tomato Basil Sauce

Ingredients

• 8 pounds tomatoes, seeded and diced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1 large onion, minced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste

Directions

In large saucepan, cook tomatoes and basil over medium-low heat until tomatoes are soft.

Meanwhile, in medium skillet, saute onion and garlic in olive oil until onions are translucent.

Add onion mixture to tomato mixture and add salt and pepper. Let simmer on low heat for 2 hours or until thick.