Almost meatless tomato sauce

8 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1sliceProsciutto, diced fine
1Parsley sprig
1mediumOnion, quartered
1Celery stalk, in chunks
1Carrot, in chunks
2tablespoonsOlive oil
2cansPeeled tomatoes (16 oz)
1tablespoonTomato paste
¼cupDry white wine
Salt
Pepper

Directions

In a food processor, combine the prosciutto, parsley, onion, celery and carrot until almost pureed. Heat the oil in a saucepan and add the mixture. Cook, stirring, until the are soft and slightly browned.

Add tomatoes, tomato paste and wine and simmer about an hour. Makes enough sauce for 6-8 servings of pasta.

Submitted By MICHAEL ORCHEKOWSKI On 08-07-95