How do you make paste sauce?

To make a basic tomato paste sauce, you will need the following ingredients:

* 2 tablespoons of olive oil

* 1 small onion, chopped

* 2 cloves of garlic, minced

* 1 can (28 ounces) of crushed tomatoes

* 2 tablespoons of tomato paste

* Salt and pepper to taste

* 1/4 teaspoon of dried oregano (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a large saucepan or pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

2. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

3. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.

4. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, pepper, and dried oregano (if using).

5. Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as desired.

7. Serve the pasta sauce hot over your favorite pasta.

Tips:

* To make a smoother sauce, you can use an immersion blender to puree the sauce until it reaches your desired consistency.

* If you don't have an immersion blender, you can also transfer the sauce to a blender or food processor and puree it in batches.

* For a thicker sauce, simmer it for longer until it reaches your desired consistency.

* You can also add other vegetables to the sauce, such as chopped carrots, celery, or bell peppers.

* To make a spicier sauce, add some red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to taste.

* You can also add some cooked ground beef, Italian sausage, or other meat to the sauce.