A simple way to use fresh tomatoes, courgettes, capsicum and garden herbs - perfect for freezing or bottling.

Ingredients:

• 2 kg ripe tomatoes chopped (any mix)
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3-4 cloves garlic
• 1 courgette, diced
• 1 red capsicum, chopped
• Olive oil
• Fresh herbs: basil, oregano, thyme
• 1 tsp sugar 
• Salt, pepper
• Optional: chilli flakes or a splash of balsamic vinegar
  
   

Method:

1. Heat oven to 180°C. 
2. Spread tomatoes, onion, garlic, courgette, and capsicum on a tray. 
3. Drizzle with olive oil and roast for 40–45 minutes until soft and slightly caramelised.
4. Tip everything into a large pot, add herbs, sugar, salt, and pepper, and simmer for 20–30 minutes.
5. Blend to your preferred texture (smooth or rustic).
6. Cool completely before freezing in portions, or spoon into sterilised jars and store in the fridge.
7. Enjoy!