Subj : Italian Tomato Sauce To : All From : Ben Collver Date : Mon Apr 10 2023 09:44:18 MMMMM----- Recipe via Meal-Master (tm) v8.06 Title: Italian Tomato Sauce Categories: Italian, Sauces Yield: 1 Quart MMMMM---------------------------SAUTE-------------------------------- 3 tb Olive oil 1 c Onion; chopped 1 tb Garlic; minced 1 c Green pepper; chopped 2 ts Basil; dry 1 ts Oragano; dry 2 Bay leaves 2 ts Salt 1/2 lb Mushrooms; coarsely chopped, -(optional) MMMMM----------------------------BASE--------------------------------- 1 cn (13 oz) tomato puree 1 cn (6 oz) tomato paste 2 tb Dry red wine 1 c Fresh tomatoes; chopped 1/4 ts Black pepper MMMMM----------------------------LAST--------------------------------- 1/2 c Parsley; freshly-chopped Salt and pepper; if -necessary 1/2 c Parmesan or romano; grated, -(optional) This recipe makes plenty for a big pan of lasagne or parmesan. Saute the "Saute" ingredients in a large kettle. When onions are clear and very soft, add the "Base" ingredients. Turn the heat way down, cover, and simmer at least 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the "Last" ingredients. Recipe by Moosewood Cookbook MMMMM .