Post by chief_cook2 on Sept 10, 2003 7:20:09 GMT -6
Ingredients:
3 tbsp. olive oil
2 tbsp. tomato paste
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 can(s) crushed tomatoes (28oz)
2 tsp. dried basil, crumbled, with added puree
1 tsp. dried oregano, crumbled
salt and fresh ground pepper
3 large garlic cloves, minced
Directions:
Heat oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat.Add onion, basil
and oregano.Cook until onion softens slightly, stirring occasionally,
about 6 minutes.Mix in garlic and cook 2 minutes.Add tomato paste and
cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.Add tomatoes and bring to a
simmer.Simmer until sauce is of desired thickness.Season with salt
and pepper. (Sauce can be prepared ahead. Cover and refrigerate 1
week or freeze up to 1 month.