Efsane Kışlık Domates Sosu (Legendary Winter Tomato Sauce)

Mark an "X" on the bottom of each tomato with a knife.

Place the tomatoes in a pot of boiling water for 15–20 seconds, then transfer them to cold water to peel easily.

Peel the skins off all the tomatoes.

Cut the tomatoes in half and remove the stem/core from each.

Puree the tomatoes in a food processor.

In a large pot over medium heat, add the olive oil and garlic.

Cook until the garlic starts to change color, about 1–2 minutes.

Pour in the pureed tomatoes.

Add the salt, sugar, and chili pepper to the pot.

Simmer gently on low heat for at least 2 to 2 1/2 hours until thick and reduced.

Then 150 min of waiting

Add the vinegar to the thickened sauce.

Stir in the black pepper and remove from heat.

Ladle the hot sauce into sterilized jars and seal immediately with lids.