Arrabbiata Sauce

By á-170456

Ingredients

• SPECIAL EQUIPMENT:
• 4 pounds plum tomatoes cut 1/2" pieces
• 1 fresh hot chile such as serrano finely chopped, including seeds
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 large garlic cloves finely chopped
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
• Salt to taste
• Freshly-ground black pepper to taste
• Food mill fitted with medium disk

Details

Servings 1

Preparation

Step 1

Simmer tomatoes, chile, and oil in a 4-quart heavy saucepan, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until sauce is thickened, about 1 1/2 hours.

During last 10 minutes of cooking, add garlic and stir sauce frequently to prevent scorching.

Remove from heat, then stir in basil, salt and pepper, to taste.

Force through food mill into a large bowl.

This recipe yields 5 1/2 cups.