Tomato Sauce
Cuisine: Global
Cook Time: N/A
Serves: 1
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Fun Fact
- Did you know that tomatoes come in a rainbow of colors? While red is the most common, there are also yellow, green, purple, and even black tomatoes. Each color adds it's own unique twist to tomato sauce.
- Believe it or not, tomatoes were once feared! When tomatoes arrived in Europe in the 16th century, people thought they were poisonous. This fear stemmed from the tomato's relation to the deadly nightshade family.
Historical Fact
- Tomatoes actually originated in the Andes Mountains of South America and were domesticated by the Aztecs and Incas. Spanish conquistadors brought them back to Europe after their conquests in the New World.
- Legend has it that in the 19th century, Queen Margherita of Italy was served Pizza with tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, representing the colors of the Italian Flag. She loved it so much that it was named Pizza Margherita in her honor.
Nutrition Fact
- Tomato sauce is packed with Lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that gives tomatoes their vibrant red color. Lycopene is known for its potential to reduce the risk of certain cancers and heart disease.
- This sauce is also rich in Vitamin A, crucial for good vision, a strong immune system, and healthy skin.
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