Basic Pasta/Pizza Sauce

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It's a yummy basic sauce that you can do a lot with!

Basic Pasta/Pizza Sauce

It's a yummy basic sauce that you can do a lot with!

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Ingredients

  1. 1 can28 oz whole peeled tomatoes (I prefer a good italian brand over Hunts)
  2. 2 tbsp- 3 Tbl Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  3. 1 mediumonion (I typically use 1/2 large red onion) - diced
  4. 2to 3 garlic cloves - chopped or minced
  5. 1/2 mediumcarrot (chopped)
  6. 4to 6 basil leaves - fresh (may use dried 2 tbls)
  7. 1 tbsptomato paste
  8. 1 tbspdried oregano
  9. 1to 2 Bay leaves
  10. 1 tbspred wine vinegar
  11. 3 tbspdry white wine (choose a wine you like)
  12. 1salt and pepper to taste (1-2 tsp each usually)
  13. 1 tsp+ red pepper flakes (optional)

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil in 2-3 qt pot at med-hi. Add onions and garlic. Cook until onions become translucent. (approx 2-3 min)

  2. 2

    Add remaining ingredients and bring to boil momentarily then simmer covered. Stir occasionally. (45 min)

  3. 3

    Transfer sauce to blender or food processor and blend to desired consistency. (chunky sauce - a few good pulses; blend full speed if preferred smooth)

  4. 4

    **NOTE** Add diced bell peppers or different cheeses for different flavors of sauce

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