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Tomato Sauce Is Better For Health

Due to their high amounts of nutrients and energy, as well as their delicious taste, tomatoes are regularly present in our daily diet.

The researchers from Verona University have studied this plant and found out some quite interesting facts about it.

Twenty people have participated in this research, half of which had their meals accompanied by tomato sauce and the other half without it. According to the results, the scientists concluded that 80 g of this healthy vegetable consumed on a daily basis can neutralise the negative consequences of fatty food on blood vessels.

Besides this, it was also discovered that cooked tomato sauce contains larger quantities of the antioxidant lycopene, which is extremely beneficial for the overall health, than the raw one.

Tomato Sauce – from Fresh Tomato
Servings = 10 | Serving size =1/2 cup

Cooking Time = 90 Minutes

Keeps well in the fridge for about 4 – 5 days.

1 Tbsp olive oil
6 cloves garlic (minced)
1 small onion (diced)
4 lbs tomatoes (peeled and chopped)
2 cups water
2 tsp salt

To peel tomatoes, heat 4 quarts of water over high heat until it begins to boil. Reduce the heat until the water is just shivering.

Place the tomatoes in the water a few at a time. After no more than 60 seconds, remove the tomatoes. When they have rested for about 60 seconds the skins will slip off easily. Place the skins in a bowl. Repeat until all of the tomatoes have been skinned.

Chop the tomatoes coarsely.

Place the oil in a large skillet and heat over a medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and add the garlic. Cook gently for about 3 minutes. Do not allow the garlic to turn brown.

Add the onions and cook until they are translucent. Stir frequently and do not allow them to brown.

Add the tomatoes and stir well. Place the tomato seeds and skins in a fine mesh strainer and strain the juice into the pan by pressing on the pulp. Cook the tomatoes until they are soft (about an hour).

Remove from heat, add the salt and puree until smooth, using a stick or conventional blender.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size = 1/2 cup

Servings = 10

Amount Per Serving

Calories 50 Calories from Fat 15 % Daily Value
Total Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 0g 1%
Monounsaturated
Fat 1g
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 475mg 20%
Total Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Dietary Fiber 2g 9%
Sugars 5g
Protein 2g
Vitamin A 30%
Vitamin C 40%
Calcium 2%
Iron 3%
Vitamin K 15 mcg
Potassium 442 mg
Magnesium 21 mg

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Health Benefits of Pistachios -

Pistachios taste great and are healthy to eat. Here are the reasons why pistachios are good for your health -

1. Pistachios have fewer calories when compared to any other nut..

2. It has the highest content of potassium when compared to other nut. Potassium lowers stress hormone levels.

3. Pistachios have a high content of phytosterols that bring down the bad cholesterol level in the blood.

4. These nuts are packed with antioxidants that help to fight cancer.

5. Pistachios are high in fiber content and helps in digestion of food.

6. The antioxidants present in pistachios help to control Diabetes.

7. Pistachios are high in copper that helps the body to effectively absorb iron from food sources, this can be very useful in patients with anemia.