1 (28 oz.) can peeled Italian plum tomatoes
1 tsp. olive oil
4 tsp. finely minced garlic (4 lg. cloves)
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
1 1/4 tsp. oregano, crumbled
Salt, if desired, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/3 c. minced fresh parsley
1/2 c. red wine (optional)

Puree tomatoes in food mill, blender or food processor.

In medium saucepan, heat oil briefly; add garlic, stirring it for 15 seconds (don't let it brown), add pureed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

Remove sauce from heat and stir in parsley and wine.

2 to 3 (9 ounce) packages Contadina tortellini boiled and add to sauce.