Next Level Pasta Sauce

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

1. Place a large pot of water over high heat and bring to a boil. Season the water liberally with salt.

Step 2

2. Use the tip of a sharp knife to create an “x” pattern and score the bottom of each of the tomatoes. Gently lower the tomatoes into the boiling water and cook until the skins begin to peel back from the flesh. Remove the tomatoes from the boiling water and place in a large bowl filled with ice water. Reserve the boiling water to cook your pasta in.

Step 3

3. Let the tomatoes cool, then peel the skins and remove the seeds. Roughly chop the tomatoes and set aside.

Step 4

4. In a large pot over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the carrots and onion and season with salt. Cook until the vegetables begin to caramelize, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and tomato paste and cook until the paste has turned a burnt orange color, about 2 minutes. Add the vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Once boiling, add the fresh basil and black pepper and stir to combine. Place the sauce in a blender and puree until smooth.

Step 5

5. Place the pot back over medium heat and add 2 more tablespoons of olive oil. Add the pureed sauce to the oil and bring to a simmer.

Step 6

6. In the reserved boiling water, cook your pasta until al dente. Transfer the pasta from the water directly to your sauce and toss to combine.

Step 7

7. Season your pasta once more with salt and black pepper.

Step 8

8. Serve your pasta with freshly grated parmesan, whole basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil.