Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil

1 large onion, chopped

3/4 cup chopped celery

1 large carrot, peeled, chopped

1/4 cup chopped garlic

1/2 cup dry red wine

1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes with added puree

1 cup chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth

1 cup chopped fresh basil (from about 2 large bunches)

Preparation

Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion, celery, carrot, and garlic; sauté until tender, about 8 minutes. Add wine and cook 3 minutes. Add crushed tomatoes, stock, and basil; bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30 minutes to blend flavors. Season with salt and pepper. Cool.