Creamy Tomato Sauce (1 PPt)

By Kathy_S

Ingredients

• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 medium leek, finely chopped (white part only)
• 1 medium garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 28 oz canned diced tomatoes
• 6 oz fat-free evaporated milk
• 2 tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped
• salt to taste
• freshly ground black pepper

Details

Servings 8

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add leek and garlic; cook stirring occasionally until soft, about 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in oregan; cook 45 seconds. Add tomatoes and bring to a simmer; partially cover pan and simmer 3 to 5 minutes.

Puree sauce in pan using an immersion blender. Set apn over low heat and add milk; simmer 1 minute to heat through. Remove pan from heat and str in basil. Season to tasted with salt and pepper. Yields about 8, 3/4 cup servings.