Spicy Roasted Tomato Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 pounds tomatoes, halved
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Place tomatoes, garlic, and jalapeno on baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil.
3. Roast in preheated oven for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Remove from oven and let cool.
5. Place cooled tomatoes, garlic, jalapeno, parsley, salt, and pepper in a food processor and blend until desired consistency is reached.
6. Serve warm or cold.

Interesting Facts

• Tomatoes are a good source of vitamins A, C, and K.
• Garlic is known for its medicinal properties and has been used for centuries for its health benefits.
• Jalapenos are a member of the chili pepper family and have a spicy and smoky flavor.