1 med. onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1 lg. garlic clove, diced
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 can (16 oz.) whole tomatoes
1 can (8 oz.) tomato paste
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 tbsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. basil

Cook onion, peppers, garlic in saucepan with oil until tender. Mix remaining items while breaking up tomatoes and stirring. Reduce heat and simmer 45 minutes. Makes about 2 cups sauce. Optional: cooked sausage, ground beef or mushrooms can be added if desired.