Microwave Spaghetti Sauce

• 2 tsp. olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 small onion, minced
• 2 cans (10-3/4 oz. each) tomato puree
• 2 T. sugar
• 3/4 tsp. oregano
• 3/4 tsp. basil
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
• 2-1/2 T. grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation -
Add the olive oil, minced garlic and minced onion to a 2 to 3 quart microwave safe casserole. Cook on full power for 1 minute. Stir in the tomato puree, sugar and seasonings. Cover and cook on full power for 2 minutes; stop and stir. Cover and cook on full power for 2 to 3 more minutes or until thick and bubbly; stir. Add the parmesan cheese and stir to blend well. Serve over hot pasta. For meat sauce - Brown 1 lb. lean ground beef in a skillet; drain. Stir the browned ground beef into the prepared sauce.