Tomato Sauce Recipe  

Recipe: Tomato Sauce Recipe serves 6 1 medium onion - minced1 carrot - minced1 clove of garlic - thinly sliced2 tablespoons of fresh basil - chopped4 tablespoons of olive oil 2 cans of diced tomatoes (14 oz cans)1 tablespoon of tomato paste 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar 1/3 cup of dry red wine (or white wine) - optional In a medium saucepan heat the olive oil over very low heat.Add the minced garlic and stir over a very low heat for about a minute.Add the diced carrots, onions and fresh basil. (Or instead of the basil, you could use thyme and oregano or marjoram or a good pinch of dried mixed herbs)Cook over a low heat, stirring frequently, for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables have softened and are lightly colored.Add the canned tomatoes, tomato paste and the sugar and give it a good stir, then add the wine if you are using it. Bring the pot to a boil, stirring regularly, and then lower the heat to a gentle simmer. Cook the sauce uncovered for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.Add some salt and pepper to taste, and enjoy!Adapted From: Jon Sacker