Newman's Own Daughter - actor Paul Newman's daughter Nell Newman has organic food company - includes recipes

Vegetarian Times, April, 1999 by Christina Waters

In large deep skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and cook, stirring to break up with back of spoon. Bring mixture to a boil. When sauce boils, reduce heat. Stir in oregano and simmer 30 to 45 minutes. Just before serving, stir in fresh basil and salt and pepper to taste.

Per cup: 74 cal.; 2g prot.; 3g total fat (0 sat. fat); 11g carb.; 0 chol.; 17mg sod.; 2g fiber

Summer Tomato Sauce

MAKES 6 CUPS DAIRY-FREE (30)

This fresh sauce is delicious served over any short pasta shape. "If you mix it all together at 3 p.m., it's ready to put on the pasta at 7 p. m.," says Nell.

2 1/2 lbs. ripe tomatoes
1/2 to 1 cup minced fresh basil
1/4 cup olive oil, more if desired
1 to 3 medium cloves garlic, minced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Coarsely chop tomatoes (you should have about 6 cups) and reserve juice. Place tomatoes and juice in a large non-metallic bowl. Stir in remaining ingredients and set aside at room temperature so flavors can develop.

Per cup: 121 cal.; 2g prot.; 10g total fat (1g sat. fat); 9g carb.; 0 chol.; 17mg sod.; 2g fiber

Christina Waters is a Santa Cruz, Calif.-based freelance writer.