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WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• 1 T. olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• salt and pepper
• 5-6 cloves fresh garlic, crushed
• 6 oz. can tomato paste
• 1 can red wine, Chianti is perfect
• 2 cans water
• 1 T. grated pamesan cheese

LET'S COOK

Heat the oil in a small pot, add the onions, season with salt and pepper and saute over a medium high burner until the onions are limp. Stir in the garlic and cook an additional minute or so.

Then add the paste and use the empty can as a measuring device for the wine and water. Whip it together well, simmer for 10-15 minutes, stir in the parmesan cheese and this sauce is ready for pasta, sliced broiled pork or even a breast of grilled or baked chicken.

MORE IDEAS:

If you don’t have any wine, use chicken or beef stock or just more plain water. Keep in mind that a spoon of pesto, even some olive tapenade stirred into the sauce only serves to add more flavor. Get creative.