MARINARA SAUCE RECIPE

1/3  cup		olive oil
2		cloves garlics peeled and sliced
3  tablespoons		finely chopped parsley (optional)
3  tablespoons		finely chopped onion
1/2  cup		whole tomatoes (I'll probably use crushed)
1  teaspoon		bay leaf
1  dash		salt
1  dash		black pepper
4		fresh basil leaves

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1.In a large saucepan, heat oil over med heat
2.Add garlic and saute for 2-3 min
3.Add parsley and onion. Slowly add tomatoes. (Stir to break up tomatoes if using whole)
4.Add bay leaf, salt and pepper, bring to a boil
5.Cover and simmer sauce over low heat about 15 min for flavors to blend
6. Add some fresh finely chopped basil leaves if available serve over pasta or rice (this might be a good way to use up those leftover tomatoes from the garden and freeze the sauce for winter).
Strain the sauce or puree in a food processor if you prefer a smooth sauce and correct the seasoning to your taste.