Name: Recipe For Tuscan Pasta Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves of garlic, minced; 1 carrot, finely chopped; 1 celery stalk, finely chopped; 2 cans (28 oz each) of crushed tomatoes; 1/2 cup red wine; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, for garnish

Instructions

In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Stir in the chopped carrot and celery, cooking for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, red wine, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir well to combine.
Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings as needed. If the sauce is too acidic, add the balsamic vinegar to balance the flavors.
Remove the sauce from heat and use an immersion blender to puree until smooth, or transfer the sauce to a blender in batches to blend.
Serve the Tuscan pasta sauce over your favorite cooked pasta, garnished with fresh basil.

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