Homemade Tomato Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups onions, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 12 medium tomatoes, chopped and coarsely peeled
• 1 Tablespoon fresh chopped oregano leaves
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon fresh chopped basil leaves
• 2 cups water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 12 ounces tomato paste

Directions

1. In a large sturdy skillet or dutch oven, set over medium high heat, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil.
2. Add onions and garlic and saute until tender, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the chopped tomatoes, oregano, sugar, basil and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and allow to cook for 45min to 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
4. Add tomato paste and season to taste with salt and pepper.
5. Simmer for another 10 minutes.
6. Carefully blend the sauce with an immersion blender until you get the consistency you desire.
7. Use immediately as a base for your favourite pasta sauce, or freeze for up to 3 months.