Andy's Chunky Veggie Pasta Sauce

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Course : Italian
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 4
 

Ingredients:

1/2 pound lean ground beef
1 medium yellow onion -- chopped
15 ounces peeled tomatoes
1/2 cup water
1/2 medium bell pepper (any color), chopped
1/2 cup sliced mushrooms (canned is fine)
3 stalks celery -- sliced
2 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon rosemary
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1 tablespoons good olive oil
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 Cup grated parmesan
 

Preparation:

Brown the ground beef with the onions in a medium to large skillet (it should have a lid; alternatively, a large covered saucepan may be used). Drain the fat. Chop the tomatoes into bite-size pieces (do not drain) and add to the beef. Add the mushrooms, celery, pepper and garlic. Add herbs, crushing first, making sure the rosemary needles are well broken-up. Add a dollop (just enough for flavor) of olive oil, grind some pepper on top to taste. Finally, add the hot sauce to taste, remembering that the sauce simmers down and it will concentrate the hot stuff! Cook on medium heat for 5-10 minutes uncovered, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes. Uncover, and reduce sauce until it is the desired consistency. Serve over pasta with grated cheese and crusty bread. Heather