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Don't forget the fresh basil. Macerate a good handful and add to your taste.

SPAGHETTI SAUCE


50 tomatoes

1 bunch celery

8 green peppers

8 onions

8 cloves garlic

8 carrots

1/2 c. salt

1 c. sugar

1/4 tsp. cloves

1/2 tsp. allspice

1/2 tsp. paprika

1/2 tsp. oregano

Dash pepper

1 bay leaf

3 lg. cans tomato paste


Put cut up vegetables into canner. Add all other ingredients. Simmer for 4 hours, stirring occasionally. Remove bay leaf and put sauce through blender. Simmer for 2 more hours. Put in jars and can or freeze. Sauce is great for spaghetti, lasagna, chili and hot dishes.

I have always wanted to can my own spaghetti sauce and I have an abundance of tomatoes this year. Can someone share a good recipe with me?