Datterino tomato sauce

The delicate flavor of datterini tomatoes allows you to use fewer spices and to obtain a more delicate sauce compared to other types of tomato sauce.

The datterino tomato sauce is a sauce made from datterini tomatoes, a type of small and rounded tomato with a soft and juicy pulp and a sweet and delicate flavour.

Here is a possible recipe for the preparation of datterino tomato sauce:

Ingredients:

• 2 kg of cherry tomatoes
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
• 2 sprigs of fresh basil
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil q.s.

Preparation:

In a large saucepan heat the oil and add the onion and garlic, cook over medium heat until soft.

Cut the datterini tomatoes into small pieces and add them to the pot, add the fresh basil and cook for about 15 minutes.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Blend the sauce to a smooth consistency or leave it coarsely pureed for a rustic texture.

The datterino tomato sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or frozen for a maximum of 3 months.

It can be used to season pasta, as an accompaniment to main courses.