Sauces & Preserves
180
Serves 4
Dish: large casserole
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 celery stick, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
25g (1oz) butter
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 x 396g (14oz) cans of tomatoes
3ml (1/2 tsp) each of basil, oregano and ground bay leaves
150ml (1/4 pt) red wine or vegetable stock
salt & pepper
Fill Steam Water Tank. Place onion, celery, carrot, butter and garlic in casserole. Place on
base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 4 mins. Add the tomatoes, herbs and
wine or stock. Cover and cook on STEAM MEDIUM for 15 mins. Stir halfway and refill
Steam WaterTank. Liquidise then press through a sieve for a smooth sauce. Season to
taste.
Cooking method
Ingredients
Tomato Sauce