Ingredients
- 2 garlic (cloves)
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 lb tomatoes (canned)
- 1 lb beef (ground)
- 16 oz tomato sauce (canned)
- 1 c water
- 1/2 c onion
- 3 oz mushrooms (canned)
- 2 tb olive oil
- 1/4 c parsley
- 1 1/2 ts oregano
- 1 ts salt
- 1/4 ts thyme
In large skillet, cook onion in hot oil until almost tender. Add meat and garlic; brown lightly. Add remaining ingredients. Simmer uncovered 2 to 2 1/2 hours or till sauce is thick; stir occasionally. Remove bay leaf. Serve over hot spaghetti. Garnish with Parmesan cheese, if desired. NOTE: One pound of spaghetti will serve 4 to 6 as a main dish with sauce.
