(by Nefertiti DiCosmo)
1 T. olive oil
1/2 c. chopped green peppers
1/2 c. chopped onions
1 garlic clove, chopped
6 oz. tomato paste
16 oz. tomato sauce
1 T. + 1/2 t. garlic powder, separated
1 T. + 1/2 t. Italian seasoning, separated
1 T. + 1/2 t. dried oregano, separated
1 T. dried basil
1 T. ground black pepper
salt
pinch of cumin
pinch of paprika
1 1/2 pounds ground beef or turkey
16 oz. diced tomatoes
1 bay leaf
1 T. sugar
Heat olive oil in a saucepan, and sauté green peppers, onions, and garlic.
Set aside.
In a separate pot, combine tomato paste, tomato sauce, 1 T. garlic powder, 1 T. Italian seasoning, 1 T. dried oregano, 1 T. dried basil, 1 T. ground black pepper, pinch of salt, pinch of cumin, and pinch of paprika.
Simmer for 5 minutes.
Add sautéed vegetables to the sauce, and simmer while you cook the meat.
In a separate pot, cook ground beef or turkey with 1/2 t. garlic powder, 1/2 t. Italian seasoning, 1/2 t. oregano, and 1/2 t. salt until browned.
Drain meat of excess fat, and add to the sauce.
Simmer for 5 minutes.
Stir in diced tomatoes, bay leaf, and sugar.
Simmer for 5 minutes.
Serve with your favorite pasta.
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