Sunday Gravy

By klzrebiec

Tomato Sauce

Ingredients

• 4 tbsp. vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 tbsp. chopped fresh basil, divided
• 5 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 tbsp. chopped fresh oregano
• 3 (28 oz) cans plum tomatos
• 3 (28 oz) cans crushed tomatoes
• 3 1/2 cups water
• 6 t6sps. sugar
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 lb. sweet Italian sausage links
• 1 lb. uncooked meatballs

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oil in a large stockpot for 30 seconds. Add onion and saute for 3 minutes.Add 1 tbsp. basil, garlic and oregano. Saute for 1 minute. Add tomatoes, water, sugar, and salt. Bring sauce to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, and add sausage and meatballs. Simmer for 3 to 4 hours, stirring occasionally to make sure nothing sticks to the pot. Remove meats to a platter. Stir in remaining basil. Taste and salt if needed. Serve over pasta, adding meats and topping with Parmesan cheese.