Versatile sauce creates menu magic

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Every cook needs a little menu magic once in a while - something that turns basic into best. A versatile sauce that complements your family’s favorite meals is one way to do it.

Whole Onion & Fresh Tomato Sauce takes only 20 minutes to make. Whatever fresh tomatoes you have on hand - cherry, heirloom, plum, beefsteak - will work just fine in this recipe. The chopped tomatoes, along with roasted red bell peppers, garlic, fresh herbs and tender, slightly sweet-tart Holland-style onions from Aunt Nellie’s, result in a tasty, chunky sauce that’s destined to become your go-to, timesaver recipe. Just quickly saute the garlic, then add the onions and remaining ingredients for a recipe that is practically no cook.

Visit www.auntnellies.com to find more delicious ways to use onions and other jarred vegetables in your menus.

Aunt Nellie’s Whole Onion & Fresh Tomato Sauce

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 5 minutes

Servings: 4 (1/2-cup) servings

1jar (15 ounces) Aunt Nellie’s Whole Holland-Style Onions

1tablespoon olive or vegetable oil

2cloves garlic, minced

1/2cup white wine, chicken broth or vegetable broth

1cup chopped fresh tomatoes

1/2cup chopped roasted red bell peppers or sweet piquante peppers

Chopped fresh herbs (such as basil, thyme, oregano, chives)

Drain onions; discard liquid.

Heat oil in medium skillet over medium heat until hot. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Add onions and wine; cook 2-3 minutes or until most of liquid has evaporated.

Stir in tomatoes and peppers; heat through. Stir in herbs, as desired.

Note: To serve, toss sauce with cooked pasta. Or, serve over grilled or sauteed chicken breast or fish, such as cod, tilapia or halibut.