Shrimp and Pasta

2 T Olive Oil
1/2 C Chopped Onion
1 T Sugar
1 t Dried Leaf Basil
1 1/4 t Salt
1 Lrg Can (28 oz) Tomatoes in Puree
1 Can (6 oz) Tomato Paste
1/3 C Water
1 1/2 lb Large Shrimp
1/4 C Dry Sherry or White Wine
1/2 to 1 t Crushed Red Pepper

Heat olive oil in 3-4 Qt Saucepan over medium-high heat, add onion and saute until very
softened and beginning to yellow; 6-8 minutes. Stir in sugar, basil, salt, tomatoes with puree, tomato paste and water.

Heat to boiling.

Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 30 minutes.

Add the shrimp, sherry or wine and crushed red pepper.

Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Simmer for about 1 minute longer or until shrimp are cooked through. Serve with hot cooked pasta and parmesan cheese.