[don-o]

I'll share a quick easy tomato sauce here. From memory and how I do it.

First, grate onion. I use a box grater. The grating releases more flavor. Saute that in butter for about ten minutes until the onion is well done. Chop (or mince) some garlic and add it.

Here I add a couple of Tbs of olive oil and a couple Tbs of an Italian spice mix we have on the shelf plus a good grind of pepper. Let the dried spices get nice and incorporated.

Then add a can (or two or three) of crushed tomatoes. My preferred brand is Muir Glen. I find the flavor way superior to other brands.

Let that come to a boil, then simmer for a few minutes. When we have it, I add fresh basil and parsley at the very end.

Also, to taste, a little sugar and salt may be added,

I make this in big batches. It saves well.

[momtothree]

I will definitely try. I use pasta dishes as a quick dinner idea on those extremely busy days. If I can freeze the sauce in family size portions, then my work is almost completely done. Thanks.