Ingredients

• 1 cup minced onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 2 pounds firm ripe tomatoes, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces or two 28-ounce cans peeled, whole Italian plum tomatoes
• Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. In a large saucepan set over moderate heat cook the onion, garlic and oil, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes and salt and pepper. Simmer, covered, stirring occasionally for 20 minutes. If desired, puree the mixture in a food processor or blender or through the disk of a food mill.