Italian Marinara Sauce, Large Family Style

1/4 cup olive oil
2 TBSP minced garlic
4-6 cups chopped veggies (green onions, mushrooms, and green bell peppers)
1 cup red wine, cabernet or merlot
210 oz tomato sauce ( I used 2-105 oz cans)
2-28 cans crushed tomatoes
2-28 cans tomato puree
4 cans of water--use the 28oz size cans for this
90 oz tomato sauce
8 oz. Tomato paste
2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon oregano
1 tablespoon basil
1 tea. dried basil (or 4 fresh leaves)
1/4 cup garlic powder
2 tablespoons sugar


In a large stockpot heat the pan on med heat. When the pan is hot add the olive oil and the garlic and chopped vegetables quickly.  Don't let the garlic burn. Next add the wine.  Let simmer for 5 minutes and add the tomatoes, water and paste. Stir to combine and add all the rest of the ingredients. Turn the temp to med/low and cover partially and let simmer.