Grandma Maronis Meatballs 100 Year Old Recipe

Directions:

1. For the Sauce:
2. 6 ounces good olive oil, not extra-virgin
3. 12 cloves garlic, finely sliced
4. 1 large or 2 medium Spanish onions, finely diced
5. 2 (28-ounce) cans imported crushed tomatoes
6. 1 teaspoon salt
7. 1/2 teaspoon white or black pepper
8. 1 large handful julienned fresh basil leaves
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10. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add oil. Once heated add the finely sliced garlic and onions to the pan. Cook over medium heat until soft and slightly brown. Next add the canned crushed tomatoes, salt and pepper and stir. Allow the sauce to come to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and add the julienned basil.