GREEK TOMATO SAUCE WITH OLIVE OIL

Makes: 1 Batch

2 lb fresh tomatoes, chopped
2 sprigs parsley, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 1/4 cup wine (red)
1 cinnamon stick
1 sprig fresh basil, chopped
1 tsp sugar
freshly ground pepper
salt (to taste)

1. Heat the oil in a heavy saucepan, stir in the onions, and cook gently until transparent.
2. Add the garlic, tomatoes, sugar, wine, salt and pepper, and cinnamon, if desired.
3. Taste for seasoning, then allow the sauce to simmer gently for 30 minutes.
4. Remove the cinnamon stick before serving hot.