1/2 c. corn oil
1 1/4 tsp. black pepper
4 med. onions, diced
3 garlic cloves, chopped
3 bay leaves, finely cut
2 tsp. oregano
1/4 tsp. (scant) basil
12 c. tomatoes (fresh are fine), skinned and chopped
3 (6 oz.) cans tomato paste
5 tsp. salt
5 tbsp. brown sugar

Combine oil, pepper and onions; and cook until onions are transparent. Add all other ingredients, except sugar, and continue cooking. Cook sauce for at least 2 - 2 1/2 hours, adding the sugar the last hour. Pour into sterilized jars and seal, or freeze.