2-3 tbsp. oil (only enough to coat bottom of pot)
1 clove garlic
1/2 chopped onion
Pinch of basil
Pinch of oregano
Pinch of red pepper
1 sm. can tomato paste
1 lg. can crushed tomatoes
1 sm. can tomato sauce
1/2 c. water

Cook first 6 ingredients until mixed well. Add paste and mix well. Add crushed tomatoes, sauce and water. Add meatballs, sausage, etc. and simmer 2 hours, at least 1 hour without meat. Can be doubled.