Stewed Tomatoes

By Tausha

Ingredients

• 2 pounds tomatoes, peeled, cut into pieces or 28 oz. can whole tomoates
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon finely minced onion, optional
• 1 tablespoon finely minced green bell pepper, optional

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 5mins
Cooking time 20mins

Preparation

Step 1

Place tomatoes in a medium saucepan; cover tightly. Cook tomatoes over lowest heat for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the salt, pepper, sugar, and butter, along with minced onion and green pepper, if using. Simmer over low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring frequently, until juices are slightly reduced.