Marinara Sauce - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/3 c. olive oil
2 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced
3 Tbsp. finely chopped parsley
3 Tbsp. finely chopped onion
1 can (28 oz.) whole tomatoes
1 bay leaf
salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

In large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat.
Add garlic and saute for 2 to 3 minutes.
Add parsley and onion.
Slowly add tomatoes.
Stir to break up tomatoes.
Add bay leaf, salt and pepper.
Bring to a boil.
Cover and simmer on low about 15 minutes.
Serve over pasta dishes or with rice.