Ingredients:
1/2 c. onion, small dice
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 T fresh cilantro, minced
1 T extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp. cumin
1/4 tsp. coriander
1 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. tomato puree
2 c. water
Cayenne or hot sauce (optional, to taste)
Method:
Heat oil in the bottom of medium saucepan. Saute garlic and onion until translucent. Add cilantro and spices. Cook 1 to 2 minutes. Add sauce and water, scraping bottom of pan to get up spices. Bring to a boil. Reduce to a low simmer. Cook for one hour, allowing to reduce and flavors to meld, seasoning with salt a little at time and finishing by salting to taste at the end. Puree.