Old World Italian Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

1. Sauté the aromatics: In a large stockpot on low-medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions for about 4 minutes. Then add crushed garlic and cook for 2 minutes longer.
2. Add the tomatoes and spices: Add water, tomato paste, tomato puree, crushed tomatoes, and stir well. Add in spices and parmesan cheese.
3. Simmer the sauce: Cook covered for 2 1/2 hours.
4. Add wine and continue cooking: Add dry red wine and cook for 30 minutes longer.

Note: The sauce will be thinner on the first day. Adding meat to the sauce will also affect its thickness. The sauce will thicken up nicely on the second day.