The mainstay sauce of southern Italy, the great and hearty napoletana, is the classic go-to pasta sauce when there is no meat to be had and the cupboard is almost bare. Made well, it is fit for a king.
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To freeze, cool sauce to room temperature. Transfer to an airtight container. Label, date and freeze for up to three months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Reheat in a saucepan. Use as required. An equal quantity of canned diced tomatoes can be used instead of fresh tomatoes. This recipe makes enough sauce for 500g (1 pound) pasta, to serve four people.