Johnny1 wrote:

> What do you think about this for proportions? I would like to have
> enough sauce to dress four servings of pasta as a main course:
>
> 1/4 cup each minced carrot, onion, and celery
> 2 tbs. olive oil
> 1 clove garlic, sliced
> 2 tbs. fresh basil
> 1 28 oz. can diced tomatoes in their juice
>
> Thanks also for the warning about blending hot foods. I once knew
> about it but had completely forgotten. I will use a blending wand.

FWIW...I'd prolly add the basil *after* the sauce has been cooked and
pureed and use a more aromatic herb such as fresh thyme or oregano
during the cooking...

~john!


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