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1/2 red onion

2 garlic cloves

1 tin of tomatoes (or passata)

1 tsp oregano

1/2 tsp basil

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1-2 tsp oil for frying

Start by softening the onion and garlic in oil, adding a splash of water if necessary.

Add the tomatoes and spices, and let simmer over low heat for 40 minutes.

If using passata instead of tinned tomatoes, the simmering time will be much shorter (about 10-15 minutes). Blend with an immersion blender or in a food processor.