Espresso and Lime

1 Place 2 tablespoons of butter into a large deep skillet and place over medium heat
2 Once the butter has melted, add 1 medium diced yellow onion and cook for 5-7 minutes or until the onion has softened and begins to turn translucent
3 Add 6 large minced garlic cloves and 1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring consistently
4 Add 56 ounces of crushed tomatoes, mix to combine and bring to a low simmer
5 Do not cover the skillet tightly, but a splatter guard is highly recommend for easily cleanup later
6 Simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally 
7 Once thickened,  reduce the heat to low and add 1/4 cup of dehydrated basil, 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper and stir to combine
8 Taste to see if additional crushed red pepper flakes, salt or black pepper is necessary
9 Add 1/4 cup of fresh basil and remove from the heat
10 Use immediately or transfer to an airtight container and chill until ready to use