28 oz whole peeled tomatoes (I prefer a good italian brand over Hunts) • - 3 Tbl Extra Virgin Olive Oil • onion (I typically use 1/2 large red onion) - diced • to 3 garlic cloves - chopped or minced • carrot (chopped) • to 6 basil leaves - fresh (may use dried 2 tbls) • tomato paste • dried oregano • to 2 Bay leaves • red wine vinegar • dry white wine (choose a wine you like) • salt and pepper to taste (1-2 tsp each usually) •