Italian Stewed Tomatoes

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Description

Slow-simmered tomatoes with garlic, basil, and olive oil, often used as a stew-like side or sauce—simple, rustic, and full of Italian charm.

Ingredients
  • 24 large tomatoes - peeled, seeded and chopped
  • 1 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
Directions
  1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine tomatoes, celery, onion, bell pepper, basil and sugar. Cover and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.