BASIC TOMATO SAUCE

• doses: Serves 2

Ingredientes

1 tbsp rapeseed oil

1 shallot, peeled and diced

1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed

500m! tomato passata

2 tbsp tomato purée

1 tsp brown sugar

Salt and black pepper

2 celery stalks, chopped

2 carrots, peeled and chopped

Handful of fresh basil, chopped

Handful of fresh parsley, chopped

Instruções

1 Heat the oil in a large, heavy pan over a medium heat.

2 Add the shallot and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring with a wooden spoon.

3 Add the garlic and cook for one minute. Stir in the tomato passata.

4 Bring to a boil, then stir in the tomato purée and sugar. Season with salt and black pepper.

5 Reduce the temperature and simmer the sauce for 20 minutes.

6 Add the celery and carrots and cook for 10 minutes until soft.

7 Stir in the fresh herbs and season to taste. Serve immediately, or let come to room temperature before storing.