Marinara Magnifico

1 tablespoon olive oil
6 cups chopped onion (about 3 medium)
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 cup dry red wine
l tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons dried oregano
l teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
6 garlic cloves, crushed
2 (28-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes, undrained
2 (14.5-ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
2 (6-ounce) cans tomato paste

1. Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat, add onion and sugar.
2. Cook 30 minutes or until golden, stirring occasionally.
3. Stir in wine, cook l minute.
4. Add remaining ingredients, bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat, and simmer 3 hours, stirring occasionally.

Yield: 9 cups (serving size: 1 cup).