Extra special italian sauce # 1

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2tablespoonsOlive oil
2largesCloves of garlic, minced
1mediumOnion, chopped
32ouncesWhole tomatoes, chopped --
With juice (canned tomato)
4mediumsRed bell peppers, chopped
2tablespoonsTomato paste
teaspoonDried basil
1teaspoonDried oregano
1teaspoonSugar
1teaspoonSalt

Directions

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet, over medium heat. Add garlic, onion and red pepper. Cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from skillet and set aside. Add tomatoes to skillet. Cook over medium heat for 45 minutes. Stir occasionally, cook until thickened. Add tomato paste, basil, oregano, sugar, salt, remaining oil and red pepper mixture. Cook for 10 minutes.

Serve as sauce for pizza or cook longer to thicken more and serve over hot, cooked pasta.