1 (8 oz.) can tomato paste
1 tbsp. minced onion
1 tbsp. garlic
1 tbsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. basil
1 tsp. salt
1 bay leaf

Soak minced onion in 1/3 cup of water. In a medium saucepan combine tomato paste and 1 1/2 cans of water. Over low heat, blend until smooth. Add garlic, oregano, basil and salt (for best results, add one ingredients at a time and blend thoroughly before adding the next). Drain minced onion, and stir into sauce. Cover, simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Use sauce as usual.