1.5 pounds ripe tomatoes, peeled and cut into chunks

3 oz tomato paste

1/2 medium onion, chopped fine

3 garlic cloves

2 tablespoons italian parsley

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon cumin

1/4 teaspoon sugar

1/4 teaspoon Turmeric

Dash Cayenne Pepper

Heat a saucepan over medium heat, add oil, garlic and onion. Sauté until golden, about 1 minute. Add remaining ingredients and puree with immersion blender. Bring to a boil then reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered for 7-10 minutes. Set aside until ready to use.