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Stewed Tomatoes

A warm and comforting dish made with fresh tomatoes and aromatic spices, perfect as a main dish or side.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 to 8 medium Fresh tomatoes, diced Use ripe tomatoes for best flavor.
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 Bell pepper, chopped (any color)
  • 1 cup Vegetable broth
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried basil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar To balance acidity.
Garnish
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by washing and dicing the tomatoes. Chop the onion and bell pepper, and mince the garlic.
Heating
  1. In a large pot, add the olive oil and heat it over medium heat.
Sautéing
  1. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the diced tomatoes, and give everything a good stir.
  2. Add the vegetable broth, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar to the pot.
  3. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
  4. Cover the pot and let the mixture simmer for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Stir occasionally, and taste-test to adjust seasonings as desired.
Serving
  1. Once done, garnish with fresh parsley if you like, and enjoy them hot.

Notes

Leftover stewed tomatoes can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or frozen for up to 3 months. Warm them up gently before serving again.