Tomato Pasta Sauce

In a Large Soup Pot or Dutch Oven, Heat Olive Oil over Low Heat. Add Onions. Cook on Low for about 10 minutes, then stir in Garlic and all the Seasonings.

While Onions and Garlic are sauteing, pour the two cans of San Marzano tomatoes into a large bowl. With your hands, break up the whole tomatoes. Work them to be as chunky or smooth, as is your preference.

Once Onions are nice and soft and caramelized, add in the Salted Butter. Let it melt completely, then add the Red Wine if using. Allow that to cook down for a few minutes, then start adding the Tomatoes and Tomato Puree. Run a little bit of fresh water into each of the cans to get as much tomato sauce out of them as possible, and pour that in.

Once the sauce has heated up, add the Cream and Cheeses. Stir well. Once sauce has come to a simmer again, cover most of the way with a lid, and turn the heat down to Low. Make sure there is space for steam to escape. Let simmer for 2 - 3 hours, stirring every 20 - 30 minutes. Make sure your utensil is flat enough to scrape the bottom of the pan, as to prevent any burning.

Enjoy on pasta and with Meatballs, such as the Meatballs you'll find on my recipe page. If using fresh Parsley, save some for the end to top your dish with. You can also emit all dairy from this recipe altogether, if you'd prefer. It will still make a superb sauce. I've made it both ways, and I love them both.