Rustic Tomato & Roasted Red Pepper Sauce - Cuisinart CSB800U User Manual

Rustic Tomato & Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
1 onion (160g), peeled and cut into 2cm pieces
1 carrot (25g), peeled and cut into 2cm pieces
1 stick celery, trimmed and cut into 2cm pieces
2 cloves garlic, peeled
1 tsp dried basil
1 roasted pepper, cut into 2½cm pieces
75ml dry white wine (such as vermouth)
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 tins (425g) chopped tomatoes with juices
Pinch salt
Ground black pepper
ß In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, celery, garlic, and basil.
Cover loosely and cook until the vegetables are softened but not browned, 6 to 8 minutes.
ß Stir in the roasted red pepper, wine, tomato paste, tomatoes, salt and pepper. Bring to the boil, then
reduce heat and simmer for 35 to 40 minutes, loosely covered. Uncover and simmer for 15 to 20
minutes longer to thicken. Turn off heat and let stand 5 minutes.
ß Insert the hand blender into the saucepan, ensuring the protective guard is submerged. Blend, using an
up-and-down motion until ingredients are well combined, about 30 to 60 seconds, until the sauce reaches
desired consistency.
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