Instructions
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Heat the oil in a heavy pan, cook the onion, garlic and red pepper till soft.
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Add the tomato and cook another 10 minutes.
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Add the tomato paste, salt and pepper to taste.
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Cover and let simmer for 15 minutes.
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Allow to cool slightly and put the mixture in a blender until it is smooth.
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Return to the pan and heat gradually.
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In boiling water, cook the pasta till almost done.
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Add the pasta.
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Add the fresh basil, cook 2 minutes and serve.
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- 1 1/2 lbs. of ripe tomatoes remove seeds, peeled and chopped
- 2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil
- 1 Onion chopped
- 1 Clove of garlic crushed
- 1 Small red pepper chopped (optional)
- 4 Cups of chicken or vegetable stock
- 2 oz of tomato paste
- 1/4 cup of Basil
- 1 Cup of pasta (Shells)
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