• 1 large can tomato sauce

• 1 large can diced tomatoes (with green chili peppers for a little spice)

• 1 small can tomato paste

• 1 sweet onion, diced

• 1 Tbsp oregano

• 1 Tbsp basil

• 1 Tbsp parsley

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 4 tsp minced garlic

• 1/4 cup vegetable oil

• 1 1/2 lbs ground beef (90% lean)

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In a tall stock pot, add the vegetable oil and ground beef.  Brown the beef over low / medium heat (about level 2 on a gas stove).  Break the beef up, and stir every 30 seconds.  There will be no pink left when the beef is done.

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Add onions, cook until translucent, about 10 minutes.

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Add all remaining ingredients, along with 2 large cans of water (use the cans from the tomato sauce and diced tomatoes).  Bring to a boil, reduce temperature to low (about level 2 on a gas stove), and let simmer 2-4 hours, until desired consistency is reached.

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Serves 4-6 people.