Classic Marinara Sauce

A perfect accompaniment to spaghetti squash, Paleo
marinara sauce is fast and easy to prepare. Like soups
and stews, this sauce is tastier the next day, after all the
flavors have had a chance to mingle. MAKES 2 CUPS

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1 medium yellow onion, chopped

2 garlic cloves, diced

4 medium tomatoes, chopped

¼ cup red wine

1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano

1 tablespoon minced fresh basil

1 bay leaf

Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium flame. Add
onion and sauté for five minutes. Mix in garlic and cook for
one minute. Stir in tomatoes and wine and continue
cooking for five minutes.

Add oregano, basil, and bay leaf. Cover and reduce heat to
low. Simmer for twenty minutes.