Ingredients

  • 3 -4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 3 -5 teaspoons chili powder (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 2 -4 teaspoons cumin (can use more to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
  • 1/3 - 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1 cup tomato sauce (or use crushed tomatoes)
  • 1 1 cup water mixed with beef bouillon powder or 1 cup just use water
  • 1 teaspoon seasoning salt (or to taste) or 1 teaspoon white salt (or to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper (or to taste)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, add in for a creamy sauce, can use more to taste)

Method

  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat; add in onion, red pepper flakes, oregano, basil, chili powder and cumin and saute for 3 minutes.
  • Add in fresh garlic and saute for 2 minutes.
  • Add in salsa, tomato sauce and beef broth or water; mix with a spoon to combine.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered stirring occasionally for 30-40 minutes or until reduced slightly.
  • Adjust all spices to taste then season with seasoned salt and pepper to taste.
  • Mix in sour cream if using and heat through (do not allow to boil).
  • OPTIONAL: you may cool the mixture then process on a food processor or a blender for a smoother texture.