Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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                        Seasoning Mix:
   2                    bay leaves
     3/4  teaspoon      dried oregano
     1/2  teaspoon      salt
     1/2  teaspoon      white pepper
     1/2  teaspoon      cayenne
     1/2  teaspoon      sweet paprika
     1/2  teaspoon      black pepper
     1/2  teaspoon      dried thyme
     1/2  teaspoon      dried basil

Preparation:

1 cup tomatoes -- peeled and chopped 3/4 cup chopped onions 3/4 cup chopped celery 3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic -- minced 1 1/4 cups defatted chicken stock 1 cup tomato sauce 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce Thorougly combine the seasoning mix ingredients in a small bowl and set asid= e. Preheat a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the tomatoes, onions, celery and bell peppers; then add the garlic and seasoning mix, stirring thoroughly. Saute until onions are transparent, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the stock, tomato sauce, sugar and Tabasco; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer and cook until vegetables are tender and flavors are married, about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove bay leaves before serving.