TOMATO SAUCE EAST

1 cup sliced green onion
2 cloves garlic, chopped finely
2 tsp. grated fresh ginger (or 1/2 tsp. powdered ginger)
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
3 lbs. fresh California tomatoes (about 6 large), peeled, seeded and coarsely chopped
3 Tbsp. soy sauce
1 Tbsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. red pepper flakes
2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
1 tsp. oriental sesame oil
8 oz. pasta, cooked

In large skillet, saute green onion, garlic, and ginger in vegetable oil for 1 minute.

Add California tomatoes, soy sauce, sugar, salt, and red pepper flakes. Cook over medium-high heat, crushing California tomatoes with the back of a spoon and stirring frequently, about 10 to 15 minutes or until sauce thickens.

Stir in cilantro and sesame oil. Toss with hot, cooked pasta.

Makes 4 to 6 servings
Source: California Tomato Commission