Directions

1. Heat oil in medium skillet over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, garlic and pinch of salt. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened, about 10 minutes.
2. Combine onion mixture, tomatoes, tomato paste and basil in Dual Wall jar of KitchenAid® Pro Line® Blender. Secure lid and set blender to Soup setting. Blend until machine turns itself off.
3. Alternatively, combine ingredients in blender as directed, secure lid and turn dial to Speed 1. Slowly increase speed to high (Speed 10 or 11). Blend until smooth and rising steam is visible, about 4 minutes.
4. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Use immediately, or let cool, transfer to airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.
5. Chef’s Tip: For a chunkier sauce, combine ingredients in blender jar as directed but pulse 7 to 8 times on high; for a creamy version, add 1/4 cup heavy cream to blender jar with other ingredients and blend as directed.