Tomato Sauce (Baked)

INGREDIENTS

2 lbs or 1 kg tomatoes

1 small tin anchovies (drained and diced)

3 cloves garlic sliced

1/2 tsp.(2ml) freshly ground black pepper

1/2 tsp.(2ml) hot red chili flakes (optional)

1/4 tsp. (1ml) salt (optional)

1/4 cup (50 ml.) extra virgin olive oil

1/4 cup (50ml.) chopped fresh basil or parsley

DIRECTIONS

1) Preheat oven to 350F(160C)

2) Slice tomatoes into !/2″/1 cm. slices and layer in a casserole dish with the chili flakes, anchovies, garlic and pepper. Optionally add salt as well. Pour olive oil on top.

3) Roast in the oven for 1 hour or until the tomatoes are soft and caramelized.

4) Keep warm and cook your pasta.

5) Toss pasta with sauce and sprinkle with the basil or parsley.

Note: you will not distinguish the anchovies in the sauce - its the secret ingredient

Serves: 4-6 people