Homemade Special Spaghett Sauce

By carvalhohm

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons oil
• 3/4 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 can (28 ounce) whole tomatoes, chopped
• 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 bay leaf, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon basil
• 1/4 teaspoon oregano

Preparation

Step 1

In 3 quart bowl, combine oil, onion and garlic. Microwave on high 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Add remaining ingredients. Cook, covered with wax paper, at *high* 6 to 7 minutes and *low* 1 hour; stir occasionally

*Variation*: Add 1/2 pound browned ground beef or sausage, drained with tomatoes.