Sausage Red Gravy Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian sausage (sweet or spicy based on preference), casing removed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (if using lean sausage)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to heat preference)
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sugar (balances acidity)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional for freshness)
• 1/4 cup red wine (optional for depth of flavor)