Grandma's Pasta Sauce

Basic burnt garlic pasta sauce

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Heat oil (do not allow to smoke). Add a couple grinds of cracked black pepper.

Step 2

Add chopped garlic and watch until it begins to go brown; it happens in 10-20 seconds. If adding additional dried herbs, add them now.

Step 3

Once browned, carefully add the wine slowly, as it will splatter. Reduce by 50%.

Step 4

Once reduced by 50%, then add tomatoes. *If whole, crush them in your hands as you add to the pot.* Taste for salt and add to taste.

Step 5

Bring to a simmer and cook until desired consistency is reached; should take 20-30 minutes.

Step 6

After putting in garlic, you can add herb of choice. Add fennel seeds or dried oregano or basil.

Step 7

If using fresh basil, add it at the very end of cooking.