Sandy’s Meatsauce

Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large stockpot on medium/low.

Mince garlic, add to the stockpot and saute for 2 minutes. Add ground beef and saute until brown and then drain.

Finely chop green pepper and onion. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the stock pot and saute peppers and onions for 5 minutes or until soft.

Return meat to the pan and add the sauce, tomato paste and diced tomatoes. Stir well and while sauce is simmering, add basil, bay leaves, dried minced onion, garlic salt and oregano. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Let sauce simmer on medium/low for at least 15–20 minutes.