Marinara

  Red tomato sauce, so popular in many Italian dishes. I am sure there are many different versions of recipes for marinara. This one is mine.

Ingredients:
1 Onion
4 Garlic Cloves
2 Celery Stalks
½ Cup Chopped Basil
¼ Cup Cupped Oregano
3 TBSP Olive Oil
1 Quart Crushed Tomato
2 TBSP Tomato Paste
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Paprika
¼ tsp Black Pepper
1 Cup Water

Preparation:
    In a deep pot sauté the onion in the 3 TBSP olive oil with the 1 tsp salt. Crush and chop the garlic and add it to the pot when the onion turns golden brown. When the garlic starts to crisp add the chopped celery. When the celery starts to soften add the basil and oregano. Simmer for 2 minutes. Add the crushed tomatoes, water and tomato paste, bring to boil. Lower the heat and cover. Simmer for an hour until all is very soft. Blend with an immersing blender or in a blender that withstand heat. You may serve it right away or keep it in the refrigerator for a few days. Heat before serving