Fresh Tomato Sauce
preparation: 15 minutes | processing: 20 seconds cook time: 35 – 40 minutes |
yield: 3 1/2 cups (840 ml)

6 medium Roma tomatoes (400 g), halved
1/4 cup (40 g) chopped onion
1/2 cup (65 g) chopped carrot
2 Tablespoons (30 g) tomato paste
1 garlic clove, peeled
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt

1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure lid.
2. Select Variable 1.
3. Switch machine to Start and slowly increase speed to Variable 10.
4. Blend for 20 seconds using the tamper to press the ingredients into the blades.
5. Pour into saucepan and simmer for 35 to 40 minutes. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper if necessary.