Pasta Sauce A La Pauly

Ingredients

• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the onions and garlic and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened and starting to brown.
3. Add the diced tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
4. Bring the sauce to a simmer and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
6. Serve over your favorite cooked pasta.

Interesting Facts

• The name of this recipe is a tribute to the Italian-American musician Pauly Walnuts.
• Tomatoes are a great source of vitamins A and C, as well as potassium and fiber.
• Onion is a natural antibiotic and anti-inflammatory.