Simple Tomato Sauce

Submitted by Christine Bettiga

"Very easy but tastey tomato sauce! Add your meatballs for a rich taste!"

 

• Ready In: 45mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 3 1⁄2 cups canned chopped tomatoes
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1⁄4 cup dry red wine
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh sweet basil
• 1 teaspoon oregano or 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
• fresh ground black pepper
• 1 ounce wild mushroom (optional)

directions

1. Warm the olive oil and garlic in a pan over medium low heat, until the garlic is golden.
2. Add the wine and simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, salt and herbs.
4. If you have meatballs add them now, cover and simmer on low, gently for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Serve over your favorite pasta with fresh parmesan, pecorino or shredded ricotta cheese on top!