Tomato Sauce 2.0

This homemade multi purpose tomato sauce is perfect for pizza or pasta, or even just to dip garlic bread.

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

1. Heat olive oil in a saucepan. Add chopped onions.

Step 2

2. Once the onions become softer and start to brown (very slightly), add the anchovies. Do not drain them.

Step 3

3. Using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon, crush the anchovies and sauté them with the onions until they are mostly dissolved.

Step 4

4. Add the tomato paste and sauté for another minute or two.

Step 5

5. Add the red wine and stir everything to combine.

Step 6

6. Add the dry seasonings, and the crushed tomatoes. Stir.

Step 7

7. Add the water, one cup at a time. Stir.

Step 8

8. Cover and let simmer on low heat for a couple hours, until the sauce has thickened to the desired consistency.

Step 9

9. Allow to cool down to room temperature before storing it in an airtight container. A larger mason jar works well.