Red Wine Tomato Sauce

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   Warm oil in a large sauce pan over medium heat.

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   Add onion, season with salt and pepper, and saute 35 minutes or until translucent.

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   Add garlic and saute for 30 seconds to 1 minute.

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   Add tomato paste and cook for 57 minutes, stirring often.

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   Stir in wine, increase heat to medium-high, and reduce to about 1/3 cup.

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   Reduce heat to medium, add in tomatoes, and roughly crush with a wooden spoon or potato masher.

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   Season with salt and pepper.

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   Bring to a gentle boil, reduce to a simmer and cook, partially covered, for about 1 to 2 hours or until sauce thickens and is deeply flavorful.

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   Add water if sauce becomes too thick.

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    Taste for seasoning and add sugar, if desired.

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    Remove basil stems.

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    Serve with pasta or dish of choice.

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    Its also a great sauce for sausage, brasciole or meatballs.

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    Enjoy.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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