For 4 servings you will need:

1/3 c. olive or vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, peeled & sliced
3 tbsp. finely chopped parsley
3 tbsp. finely chopped onion
1 can (28 oz.) crushed tomatoes
1 bay leaf
Dash salt
Dash black pepper
2-3 fresh basil leaves, chopped fine

1. Place sliced garlic, chopped parsley and the onion in microwave safe dish. Add oil.

2. Microwave at high power for 1 minute.

3. Slightly break up tomatoes. Add to onion-garlic mixture.

4. Microwave at high power for about 8 minutes, stirring at least once.

5. Add bay leaf, salt and pepper. Let stand for 5-6 minutes, stirring once.

6. Add fresh basil leaves

7. Serve sauce hot or cold with any type of pasta or with rice. Also good served with meat loaf, meatballs or pork chops.