1/4 c fresh basil, shredded (about 10 large leaves) .
1/4 tsp allspice .
2 tbsps brown sugar .
1 medium onion, sliced finely .
salt & pepper, to taste .
5 oz evaporated milk .
2 c chicken broth (or vegetable if you prefer)
Directions
Step #1 Preheat oven to 450.
Step #2 Drain & reserve juice from tomatoes (there should be about 3 c of juice).
Step #3 Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil wrap & spray with cooking spray.
Step #4 Place tomatoes in a single layer on foil wrap.
Step #5 Sprinkle top with brown sugar & sliced onion.
Step #6 Bake for 30-40 mins until slightly brown & tomatoes appear dry.
Step #7 Dice tomatoes, careful of the hot juice!
In a crock pot or large pot, tomato paste, mix roasted tomato mixture, chicken broth, reserved juice, garlic, & allspice.
Step #8 If using a pot, simmer for 4-6 hrs over low heat/flame.
Step #9 In a crock pot, cook for 8 hrs on low.
Step #10 Add basil, salt, & pepper, evaporated milk,
Turn heat on crock pot up to high or continue to simmer in pot for extra 30 mins.