Grilled Tomato Sauce

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the grill, setting the burners on high.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes with 150 ml (2/3 cup) of the oil. Season with salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Place enough tomato pieces to completely cover the grate and grill for about 5 minutes per side. Remove from the grill and place on a baking sheet. Let cool.

4. 4

   Grill this way the remaining tomatoes, then remove the peel with your fingers and press them

5. 5

   gently to remove the seeds. Set aside in a bowl.

6. 6

   Coarsely crush the tomatoes with your hands or using a potato masher.

7. 7

   In a large saucepan, soften the onion and garlic in the remaining oil. Add the peeled and seeded tomatoes and the bay leaves.

8. 8

   Bring to a boil and simmer over medium heat for about 2 hours, stirring frequently. Season with salt and pepper. Add the basil.

9. 9

   Adjust the seasoning. Serve as is over pasta or with veal cutlets.