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Ingredients

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

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat oil in a large stockpot for 30 seconds. Add onion and saute for 3 minutes.

2. Add 1 tbsp. basil, garlic and oregano. Saute for 1 minute.

3. 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.

4. Stir in remaining basil. Taste and salt if needed. Serve over pasta, and top with Parmesan cheese.