Tomato Sauce
Short on time or ingredients? You can shortcut this step by using your favorite pre-made pizza or pasta sauce.
Directions
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Pour tomatoes into a large bowl. and Ppour 1 cup water into the tomato its can and slosh it around. Reserve this juice.
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In a large shallow skillet (do not use a deep pot) over medium heat, heat the oil until it shimmers.
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Add shallot and garlic. As soon as garlic is sizzling (do not let it brown), add sherry to deglaze, scraping bits off the bottom of the pan.
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Pour in tomatoes and reserved tomato water.
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Stir in oregano, sugar, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
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Taste a few times to adjust salt as needed, if necessary.
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Simmer sauce until it thickens and oil on the surface is a deep orange, about 15 minutes.
Shawnie’s notes
You can shortcut this step by using your favorite pre-made pizza or pasta sauce
From Shawnie's class “Cast Iron Cooking” (also taught in Artisan Italian Pizza At Home)
