Delicious Roasted Sauce for Pasta or Pizza

This roasted garlic, bell pepper, and tomato blender sauce is a flavorful and versatile sauce perfect for pasta, pizza, or as a dipping sauce. The roasted vegetables add a rich, smoky flavor that pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the tomatoes.

Ingredients

• 2 red bell peppers
• 1 head of garlic
• 1 can of whole peeled tomatoes
• 1/4 cup of olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Cut the bell peppers in half and remove the seeds. Place them cut side down on a baking sheet.
3. Cut the top off the head of garlic to expose the cloves. Drizzle with olive oil and wrap in foil.
4. Place the garlic bundle on the baking sheet with the bell peppers.
5. Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the peppers are charred and the garlic is soft.
6. In a blender, combine the roasted bell peppers, peeled tomatoes, roasted garlic cloves, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
7. Transfer the sauce to a saucepan and heat over low heat until warmed through.
8. Serve the sauce over pasta or pizza, garnished with fresh basil leaves.

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