Grandma's Tomato Sauce

 

2 Tbsp. olive oil

3⁄4 cup onion, chopped (approx. 1medium)

4 cloves garlic, finely chopped

3 oz. tomato paste

1⁄4 cup red wine

2 cans (28-oz. ea.) whole peeled tomatoes, pureed 

2 Tbsp. coconut sugar

1 tsp. sea salt (or Himalayan salt)

1⁄4 tsp. ground black pepper

3 oz. Parmesan

3 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh basil

1. Heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat.

2. Add onion; cook, stirring frequently, for 4 to 5 minutes, or until onion is

translucent.

3. Add garlic and tomato paste; cook, stirring constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes.

Do not let tomato paste burn.

4. Add wine; cook, stirring constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes.

5. Add tomatoes, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil,

stirring frequently. Reduce heat to low; gently boil, stirring occasionally,

for 3 minutes.

6. Add cheese rind; cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour.

7. Remove cheese rind. Add basil; mix well.