Basic Marinara Sauce

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil on medium-low heat.
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   Add chopped onion and saute 5-10 minutes until translucent being careful not to burn.
3. 3
   Add chopped garlic and saute 2 minutes.
4. 4
   Add red wine and reduce to half.
5. 5
   Add crushed tomatoes, water, basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes and bring to a boil.
6. 6
   Cover, reduce heat and simmer for at least 15 minutes.
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   Serve over pasta or with your favorite pasta recipe (i.e.
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   baked ziti, lasagne, stuffed shells, etc.
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   ).