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Garlic Scape and Basil Pizza Sauce

Author: Michelle De La Cerda
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup garlic scapes; diced
  • 1/2 onion; diced
  • 2 garlic cloves; diced
  • Extra virgin olive oil (about 1 tbsp.)
  • 1-8 oz . can of tomato sauce
  • 1-29 oz . can of tomato puree
  • 21/2 tbsp . fresh basil; chopped
  • 1 tbsp . fresh oregano; chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a medium-size (or larger) saucepan.
  2. Once the pan is hot, add the garlic scapes and sauté them for 5-7 minutes, or until they start to soften.
  3. Add the diced onion and garlic and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  4. If using a freestanding blender, add the sautéed veggies and then the tomato sauce.
  5. Puree until smooth.
  6. Return to the saucepan.
  7. If using an immersion blender, add the tomato sauce and blend until only slightly chunky.
  8. Check for consistency.
  9. Resume cooking on medium heat.
  10. Add the fresh basil and oregano to the now pureed mixture.
  11. Add the tomato puree and some salt and pepper.
  12. Bring to a low boil, check for desired seasoning and adjust as needed.
  13. Allow the sauce to cook at a low boil for a few minutes.
  14. Once the desired seasoning has been reached, remove from heat and use as desired.