Jersey Fresh Stewed Tomatoes Recipe

Ingredients Needed

• 6 large tomatoes - peeled, cored, and chopped

• ¾ cup chopped green bell pepper

• ½ cup chopped sweet onion

• ½ cup chopped celery

• 1 teaspoon white sugar

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon dried oregano

• ¼ teaspoon dried basil

• ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

• 1 tablespoon water

• 1 ½ teaspoons cornstarch

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, sauté tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, and celery over medium heat until they release a fragrant aroma, about 10 minutes. Lower the heat and continue cooking until the bell pepper and onion become tender, about 5 minutes. Add sugar, salt, oregano, basil, and pepper, and stir to combine.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together water and cornstarch. Stir the mixture into the skillet and let the tomato sauce simmer until it thickens, approximately 5 minutes.

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