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Old World Spaghetti With Chunky Tomato Sauce



One of the best parts about making this sauce is filling the house with its wonderful arom.


1/4 cup water or olive oil
1 1/2 cups diced onion
3/4 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chopped fresh tomatoes
3 cups tomato sauce
2 cups tomato purée
1 tsp. dried oregano
1 1/2 tsp. dried basil
1 bay leaf
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 lb. uncooked spaghetti



Heat the water or olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook the onions for 5 to 6 minutes, then add the celery, green pepper, mushrooms and garlic and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce and tomato purée and stir until the sauce is well blended. Add the herbs, salt, and pepper and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Cook the pasta according to package directions. Remove the bay leaf from the sauce and serve with the pasta.


Makes 6 servings











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