Superb (but Basic)
Meat Sauce




Ingredient List: Preparation Instructions:
 


1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 pounds extra-lean ground beef
3 (14-ounce) cans choice diced tomatoes
1 (14-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 bay leaves
Cook onion and garlic in olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat until onion and garlic are beginning to turn golden. Add meat to onions and garlic and brown. Add remaining ingredients.
Bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat to medium, and cook uncovered for 20 minutes or until most of the excess liquid evaporates, stirring occasionally.
Remove and discard bay leaves before serving.

Yield: Serves 4
(or 2 if you want some to make pizzas)




 
 




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