Homemade Tomato Sauce

This sauce is a great go-to when you want a tomato sauce without all the extra stuff that gets added to those oneals that you buy at the store. It's so simple and easy to make, and it goes great along with pasta or veggies! 

Ingredients

• 1 can diced tomatoes (or fresh ones if they are in season)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tbsp diced onions
• 1 tsp basil and 1-2 fresh basil leaves
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1 tsp crushed red peppers
• salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Drain the liquid from the tomato can into a saucepan. Combine tomatoes and onions in a food processor and pulse for about 1 minute, or until it becomes smooth. 
2. Transfer mixture to the saucepan and add other ingredients. Simmer over medium heat for about 10 minutes. Before using, remove the basil leaves. Use right away with whatever you want or save up to one week in a air tight container in the refrigerator.