Winter Tomato Sauce

1. 1

   In a heavy 5-quart saucepan cook onion, carrot, celery, garlic, basil, oregano, bay leaf, and salt and pepper to taste in oil over moderate heat, stirring, until vegetables are softened and add wine.

2. 2

   Boil wine until most is evaporated and stir in tomato paste and tomatoes with reserved juice.

3. 3

   Simmer sauce, covered, over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, 35 minutes and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, 15 to 20 minutes, or until thickened.

4. 4

   Discard bay leaf.

5. 5

   Sauce may be made 2 days in advance and kept covered and chilled.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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