Sofrito
Instructions:
- Put the garlic into a tall jar or beaker, then process to a paste using a hand-held blender.
- Put a saucepan over medium heat and add the oil. Fry the garlic until browned.
- Meanwhile, process the onion in the blender. Add to the pan with the garlic.
- Lower the heat, add the herbs, then fry, stirring frequently, until the onion has browned.
- Add four-fifths of the tomatoes and cook for 30 minutes.
- Add the remaining tomato, cook for 30 more minutes, then season with salt and pepper.