Simple Spicy Spaghetti Sauce

Since I've been trying to kick a cold, I've been eating more than my fair share of garlic this week. When I saw that cans of Tuttorosso crushed tomatoes were priced "2 for $3" at the market, I knew I just had to pick up a couple of cans and make some tomato sauce. I managed to make enough for dinner that night (and leftovers the next day) and plenty to freeze for future use. This sauce certainly has some pow, so feel free to adjust the amounts of the ingredients to suit your personal tastes more.

Simple Spicy Spaghetti Sauce

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INGREDIENTS

• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
  
• 2 28-ounce cans crushed tomatoes with basil
  
• 1/2 cup dry red wine
  
• 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper
  
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  
• Salt and pepper, to taste
  

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over moderate heat. Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring frequently to prevent burning, until garlic is fragrant.
   
   
2. Pour in crushed tomatoes and red wine. Bring to a boil.
   
   
3. Reduce heat to low and add red pepper, oregano, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes.
   
   
4. Serve immediately over some freshly cooked pasta. If you are going to freeze any of the sauce, be sure to allow the sauce to cool completely before placing in the freezer.
   

Food Tip: Crushing dried herbs and spices in the palm of your hand before cooking will release the oils in those herbs and spices, allowing for a quicker release of flavor.

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