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classic pasta sauce

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Recipe by
Debra Schweikert
@Schweik
Springfield, VA

I have a quicker sauce, but this one is really nice.

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yield 12 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method Stove Top

Ingredients For classic pasta sauce

  • 2 can
    fire-roasted tomatoes (28 oz. each)
  • 1 md
    onion, chopped
  • 1/4 c
    olive oil, extra virgin
  • 4 clove
    garlic minced
  • 1 can
    tomato paste (6 oz)
  • 1/4 c
    dry red wine
  • 1/4 c
    fresh italian parsley, minced
  • 1 Tbsp
    dried basil, crushed
  • 1 Tbsp
    dried oregano, crushed
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    freshly ground pepper

How To Make classic pasta sauce

  • 1
    Drain tomatoes, reserving liquid. Finely chop the tomatoes and set aside.
  • 2
    In large saucepan, cook onion in olive oil until tender; add garlic and cook 1 minute. Add reserved juice, tomatoes, tomato paste, red wine, parsley, basil, oregano, salt and pepper.
  • 3
    Simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
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