tomatoes: MARINARA SAUCE FOR PASTA - 06/22/08 07:09 AM
1/3 Cup olive or vegetable oil
2 Cloves garlic, peeled and sliced
3 Tbsp. finely chopped parsley
3 Tbsp. finely chopped onion
Fresh Basil leaves, optional (2 tsp dried)
1 Can (28 oz) whole tomatoes
1 Bay leaf
Dash of salt and pepper to taste
Fresh Basil leaves, optional
In a large sauce pan, heat oil over medium heat.  Add galice and sauté for 2 to 3 minutres.  Add parsley, basil and onion.  Slowly add tomatoes. Stir to break up tomatoes.  Add bay leaf, salt and pepper; bring to boil.
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