Pasta Bolognaise

1 lb Penne (or your favorite) Pasta

26 oz Canned Pureed Tomatoes

4 Dried Bay Leaves

4 Cloves Minced Fresh Garlic or 1 tsp Garlic Powder

1 tbsp Parsley

1 tsp Dried Sweet Basil

½ tsp Salt (try lo-sodium salt if sodium conscious)

½ tsp Ground Black Pepper

½ tsp Italian Seasoning

2 lbs Ground Beef or Vegetarian Soy Grounds

½ cup Mozzarella Cheese

1 tsp Sugar

In a large sauce pan, brown beef and drain grease

(if using soy grounds, skip to next step).  Add all spices and sauce to pan with beef (or add to soy grounds), and reduce to a simmer.

Let sauce simmer for a minimum of 30 minutes, then remove bay leaves.

In a large pot, add 1 tbsp of salt to water and boil pasta until al-dente (soft but not completely tender).  Drain and place in a large bowl.  Pour sauce over pasta and toss, adding cheese on top to melt.  Garnish with a pinch of parsley over melting cheese, and serve family style for a delicious meal everyone will love!  Serve with Italian Garlic Bread for an awesome time!