Tomato Puree

Ingredients

 4 big tomatoes

Method

1.    On the gas, put a large vessel with water. Bring it to a boil.

2.    In the mean time, scoop out and discard the eyes of the tomatoes using the tip of the sharp knife.

3.    Make a criss-cross cut at the base of each tomato.

4.    Put in boiling water for 3 to 4 minutes.

5.    Remove and put in cold water for some time.

6.    When the tomatoes are cool, peel and discard the skin.

7.    Chop roughly and blend to a smooth purée in a blender.

8.    Use as required.

Tips

1.    If frozen, tomato purée can last for months.