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Simple Tomato Juice

A refreshing homemade tomato juice that captures the essence of fresh tomatoes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 10 ripe tomatoes washed and quartered
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Blender or food processor
  • Fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth
  • Measuring cups
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Start by washing and quartering the tomatoes.
  2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until translucent.
  4. Add the quartered tomatoes and stir to combine.
  5. Cover the pot and reduce heat to low, simmering for 30 minutes.
  6. Once tomatoes are soft, transfer to a blender and blend until smooth.
  7. Strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl.
  8. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
  9. Pour juice into glasses and garnish with basil leaves if desired.

Notes

This juice can be enjoyed chilled or warm, serving as a base for soups or a refreshing drink.