Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small sweet onion (, diced small)
  • 3 cloves garlic (, minced)
  • 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • sprig fresh oregano
  • sprig fresh thyme
  • 3 leaves fresh basil
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Instruction

  • Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high. Saute the onion and garlic, stirring, until softened and translucent, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, and the herb sprigs; bring to a bubble, then lower the heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, for 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes or so to avoid scorching.
  • Remove from heat and discard the herb sprigs. Stir in the salt and season with pepper, to taste.
  • Use right away or allow to cool and store for later.