Gari Lu's Spaghetti Sauce

Served at September Bunko
Host Gari Lu

2 cups canned diced tomatoes (equals 14.5 oz can)
2 cups tomatoes sauce (equals 14.5 oz can)
1 cup water
1/2 cup diced onion
2 cloves garlic, chopped (I use pre chopped)
1/4 cup parsley (I use dried)
1 1/2 tsp. italian seasoning
1 1/2 tsp. house seasoning (recipe below)
1 1/2 tsp. seasoning salt
1 1/2 tsp. sugar
2 small bay leaves
1- 1 1/2 lbs. ground beef

In a stockpot combine all above ingredients except for the ground beef. Bring to a boil and then let simmer covered for 1 hour.
Crumble ground beef in large skillet. Cook and then drain any fat. After liquid has been simmering for 1 hour add beef. Simmer for 20 more minute. Remove bay leaves.

House seasoning (I make a large batch and then store it in an air tight container. It will store for 6 months)
1 cup salt
1/4 cup black pepper
1/4 cup garlic powder

This is a great recipe to double and freeze any leftovers.