Basic Pomodoro Sauce (Homemade Marinara Sauce)

Ingredients

• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1/2 onion, (minced)
• 4 garlic cloves, (minced, or 1 tsp garlic powder)
• 2 c crushed tomatoes (or diced)
• 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
• 3/4 c water
• 1 tsp basil
• 1 tsp oregano
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium saucepan, heat oil. Add minced onion and sauté over medium-high heat until soft, 3-5 min. Add the minced garlic, and saute 1 minute.

2. 2

   Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered for 15 - 20 minutes, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.