Pasta/Pizza Sauce

My mom gave me this recipe. It's a very quick and versatile sauce that may be doubled or tripled. Substitute other cheeses and herbs for variety.

• Preparation Time: 2 mins
• Cooking Time: 13 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 245 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons white sugar
• ⅔ cup water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• ¼ teaspoon dried basil
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons red wine

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In large skillet, saute garlic in oil until golden. Add tomato paste, sugar, oregano, basil, water, cheese and wine. Season with salt and pepper and simmer 10 minutes over medium-low heat.