Marinara Sauce
2 tbsp olive or salad oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, chopped
1 16-ounce can tomatoes
1 6-ounce can tomato paste
1 tbsp sugar
2 tsp basil
1-1/2 tsp salt
Over medium heat, in oil, cook garlic and onion until tender, 5 minutes.
Stir in tomatoes, their liquid, and remaining ingredients. Reduce heat to low; cover; cook 20 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally.
Begin 30 minutes ahead.
Makes 3 cups
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