Categories: Main Dish, Pasta Sauce, Vegetarian

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 yellow onion , chopped
• 2 garlic cloves , minced
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 cup dry red wine
• 1 (29 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• salt
• fresh ground black pepper
• 1 lb spaghetti
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
• freshly ground parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a big saucepan over medium heat; add in onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.

2. Stir in the garlic, tomato paste, sugar, oregano, and basil; stir in the wine.

3. Add in the tomatoes, salt and pepper to taste; bring the sauce to a boil, then decreae heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. For a smooth sauce, pass it through a strainer to remove the solids, then return to the saucepan.

5. Keep the sauce warm over low heat.

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7. Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in a big pot of salted boiling water, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 8 minutes.

8. When the pasta is cooked, drain it and place in a large serving bowl; add the sauce and toss gently to combine.

9. Sprinkle with parsley and a light dusting of cheese; serve immediately, with additional cheese to pass around the table.

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