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Balsamic Pesto Tomato Sauce

Yield: approximately 2¼ cups sauce
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Ingredients
 

  • 1½ pounds plum tomatoes
  • 3-4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon pesto (I use my Asiago Pesto Spread)

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, combine the tomatoes, garlic, vinegar, salt, pepper, and sugar; process until smooth.
  2. Transfer the mixture to a saucepan and stir in the olive oil.
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to maintain a gentle simmer, and cook, partially covered, until thickened, about 30 minutes.
  4. Remove the pan from the heat, add the pesto, stirring to fully mix in, and enjoy.
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