Ingredients

  • 1 7- to 8-ounce red bell pepper
  • 2 plum tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 garlic clove, peeled
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Method

  • Char bell pepper and tomatoes directly over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides.
  • Transfer tomatoes to plate.
  • Enclose pepper in paper bag 10 minutes.
  • Peel, halve, and seed tomatoes; place in blender.
  • Peel, seed, and chop pepper; add to blender.
  • Add oil, vinegar, garlic, and cayenne; blend until smooth.
  • Season sauce with salt and pepper.
  • (Can be made 1 day ahead.
  • Cover and chill.)