Tomato sauce for moussaka

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
3tablespoonsVegetable oil
½cupFinely chopped onion
1Clove garlic, peeled and crushed
15ouncesCan tomato sauce
6ouncesCan tomato paste minus 3 Tablespoons
2teaspoonsSugar
½teaspoonDried thyme leaves
½teaspoonDried rosemary leaves
½teaspoonSalt
¼teaspoonPepper

Directions

1. Place oil and onions in a deep, 1½-quart, heat-resistant, non-metallic casserole. Heat, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 3 minutes or until onions are tender. 2. Add remaining ingredients; stir to combine well. Heat, covered, in Microwave Oven 6 minutes or until sauce bubbles.