2 cups whole peeled tomatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
3 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons dried basil (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
In a blender or food processor, puree whole tomatoes with olive oil until smooth.
Pour pureed tomatoes into a saucepan.
Season with salt, bay leaves, thyme, basil and white pepper.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes.
Remove bay leaves before serving.
Optional – add sauteed zucchini, onions and/or mushrooms.
