Created by KittenCal on August 5, 2011
Step 1: In a Dutch oven or heavy pot heat some olive oil over medium-high heat (use a generous amount of oil to coat the bottom of your saucepan).
Step 2: Add in onions, basil, oregano and chili flakes; cook stirring until the onions are softened (about 3-4 minutes).
Step 3: Add in garlic; cook stirring 2 minutes.
Step 4: Add in tomato paste and stir for 2-3 minutes.
Step 5: Add in the tomatoes with the juice , red wine and 2 teaspoons salt; simmer uncovered for about 2 hours stirring frequently.
Step 6: Season with black pepper and more salt if needed about halfway through cooking.
Step 7: Add in sugar if needed towards the end of cooking.