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Fresh Grilled Tomato Marinara Sauce

By Derrick Riches, About.com

By grilling these tomatoes first, not only are they easier to skin, but you get added flavor from the grill. This sauce has a secret ingredients, the grill, that no one will guess.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 14 medium sized, firm tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Preparation:

Cut tomatoes in half and remove the stems. Using 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lightly brush the cut ends of the tomatoes. Place tomatoes, cut side down on a preheated grill over a medium heat. Grill for about 5 minutes or until the tomatoes start to brown and you can easily lift the skin off. Remove from grill. Remove skins from tomatoes, lightly blend in a blender or food process and set aside. Meanwhile heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over a medium heat. Add onions. While stirring cook onions until they soften and turn translucent. Add remaining ingredients and stir together. Simmer for about 5 to 10 minutes. Add water if the sauce becomes to thick.
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