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Fresh Tomato-Olive Sauce

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Fresh Tomato-Olive SauceMark Thomas

For the best flavor, use very ripe tomatoes and don't refrigerate the sauce. Toss it with pasta, spoon it onto baguette slices, or use it as a topping for grilled chicken, seafood, or tri-tip.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 5 cups

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds plum tomatoes, cored, cut lengthwise into thin wedges
12 Kalamata olives, pitted, sliced
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup diced roasted red or yellow bell peppers from jar
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons drained capers, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper

Preparation

  1. Combine all ingredients in large bowl; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Let stand at room temperature at least 1 hour and up to 2 hours to allow flavors to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

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