Directions

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 small onions, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 (32-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
2 dried bay leaves

In a large casserole pot, heat the oil over a medium-high flame. Add the onions and garlic

and saute until the onions are translucent, about 10 minutes. Add the celery, carrots, and
1/2 teaspoon of each salt and pepper. Saute until all the vegetables are soft, about 10
minutes. Add the tomatoes and bay leaves, and simmer uncovered over low heat until the
sauce thickens, about 1 hour. Remove and discard the bay leaf. Season the sauce with more
salt and pepper, to taste. (The sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Cool, then cover and
refrigerate. Rewarm over medium heat before using.)