Saturday, February 8, 2014

Make Real Italian Sauce Right In Your Own Kitchen

By Eula Nichols


When it comes to traditional Italian cooking there is no substitute for real Italian sauce. This traditional tomato sauce is used in most of the traditional dishes. It's simple to make and once you have perfected it you will never use store bought sauce again.

Getting the best tomatoes is key to making it turn out perfectly. The best ones to use vary as they change season by season. One thing to remember is that you do not want to use larger tomatoes as they have far to much water in them and will take much longer to reduce. Look for medium sized tomatoes as they will have large amounts of flavor to them.

There are several different spices that are important to get that authentic flavor. Basil and garlic should be added to the mixture while it is heating up, along with a touch of salt and pepper to enhance the flavors. Oregano and chilies are also commonly used spices but don't be afraid to get creative and experiment with your own favorites to create something that caters to your own tastes.

When you want to give the process a more authentic feel then try to do everything by hand. This means crushing all of the larch chunks out of the tomatoes until they make a smooth paste and squeezing out all of the seeds. There are some tools available to help with this process that are all hand held.

Once you have perfected your own personal recipe then you may want to think about taking the time to whip up a large batch and set some aside for the future. It can be stored in jars for quite a while if done properly so that you won't need to worry about making it from scratch every time you want to eat it. Sealing the jars so that the mixture is preserved well is easy but does take a little effort to get it done right.

Perfect for gifts around the holidays to give to all your loved ones. Once you have discovered the perfect recipe for you special blend you can begin to share it with everyone that you know. They are perfect gifts that can be given all year long.

When you are making your own homemade sauce there is no worry about what ingredients have gone into making it since you put them all in yourself. There is no worry about added conservatives or chemicals that you don't want. Just just authentic tomato sauce.

Use this real Italian sauce on pastas, pizzas, and many other traditional dishes. The flavors go well with a wide array of dishes that you may not have though to make them with. Get creative and experiment with different things. Remember that if you run out all you need to do is make even more.




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