Spaghetti Sauce Texan Style

I have perfected this recipe by using several different recipes and mixing everything that tastes great. I let this simmer all day but it only has to have a couple of hours. It is even better if you store it in the fridge overnight and then use the next day.

• Ready In: 1 hr 15 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1  onion, chopped
• 1  green bell pepper, chopped
• 2  tablespoons butter
• 8  ounces  sliced mushrooms
• 3  minced garlic cloves
• 1 1⁄2 lbs ground beef
• 2  bay leaves
• 1  teaspoon oregano
• 1  teaspoon basil
• 1  teaspoon  italian seasoning
• 1  teaspoon salt
•  ground pepper
• 1⁄2 teaspoon thyme
• 1  teaspoon parsley
• 1  teaspoon brown sugar
• 6  ounces tomato paste (can)
• 32  ounces tomato sauce (can)
• 28  ounces diced tomatoes (fresh)
•  parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Sauté bell pepper and onions on low about 15 minutes or until onions are clear and soft.
2. Add mushrooms and garlic and sauté until slightly browned.
3. Brown beef with bay leaves, oregano, basil, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, thyme and parsley.
4. Add tomato paste, sauce, diced and brown sugar.
5. Cover and simmer for at least 1 1/2 hours or all day.
6. Top cooked spaghetti with sauce and parmesan.