3 pkgs. bags frozen string beans
1 can whole tomatoes, large
1 (10 oz.) can tomato sauce
1 (10 oz.) ketchup
3 tbsp. brown sugar
1 tbsp. garlic powder or clove fresh garlic
1 tbsp. oregano
3 crushed bay leaves

Squeeze juice from tomatoes. Place all ingredients together in a saucepan and simmer for 30 minutes. Covered. Serves 12 to 16.