Classic Spaghetti Sauce

by Debara Valeri

1 lb. ground beef
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 can (1 lb.) tomatoes
2 cans (6 oz. each) tomato paste
2 cups water
1 Tb. chopped parsley
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. oregano leaves

In large, heavy pan, lightly brown beef and onion. Add tomatoes (put through blender or cut
with edge of spoon), paste, water, parsley, salt, sugar, garlic powder, pepper, and oregano;
simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes.