Homemade Marinara Sauce
(from Cooks.com)

¼ cup olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 lbs. plum tomatoes, chopped, peeled & seeded (or 28 oz. can chopped tomatoes)
1 tsp. oregano (dry)
1 tbsp. fresh basil, minced
½ tsp. Salt
¼ tsp. black pepper

In medium saucepan, heat oil over low heat. Add onions and garlic. Sauté until soft (about 5 minutes). Stir in tomatoes, herbs and salt and pepper. Bring to boil, reduce to low heat. Cook, covered for 40 minutes. Yield: 3 cups.