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Superb Spaghetti Sauce July 21, 2006

Okay…I’m not gonna lie, this is not something you would want to make if you are in a hurry. In fact, there is nothing hurried about this sauce. It needs to simmer for like 6 hours. So, it’s best for one of those winter days where you have nothing to do but hang out at home with a good book to help pass the time. BUT, I have to say, if you do have the time…it is well worth the wait. This is some special sauce.

• 1lb. ground beef
• 4 cloves garlic
• 2 Tbs. olive oil
• 2 large carrots coursely chopped
• 3 medium onions coursely chopped
• 10 cups tomato juice OR vegetable juice (like V8)
• 6 Tbs. tomato paste
• 2 16oz cans of whole tomatoes
• 4 Tbs. chopped parsely
• 1 1/2 tsp. oregano
• 1 1/2 tsp. dried basil
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 Tbs. butter
• 1 tsp. chili powder

Directions:

1. Saute ground beef and garlic in the olive oil in a skillet until brown.
2. Transfer beef mixture to a large heavy pot.
3. Saute carrots and onions in the same skillet (adding oil if necessary) over very low heat for 30 minutes.
4. Add vegetables to the pot.
5. Then add all remaining ingredients and cook slowly over low heat for 6 hours, stirring occasionally.

Makes approx. 6 cups

Recipe from San Francsico a la carte