Spaghetti

Contributor:  Deborah Wambeke
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"This came to a ward dinner, so I know it's delicious."

Saute 1 small minced onion and 2 whole cloves garlic in oil until transparent.  Add one 2 1/2 size can tomatoes and cook together for a few minutes.  Add:

1 T salt
1 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp sweet basil
1 large can tomato paste
1 paste can water
1 bay leaf (optional)

Simmer slowly to make a thick gravy, adding more water if necessary.  Remove garlic and bay leaf before serving.

Meatballs

1 lb hamburger
1/2 cup crushed cracker crumbs
1 T salt
1 tsp pepper
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
4 T parmesan cheese
3 tsp chopped parsley
2 eggs

Mix well and form into small balls.  Brown in fry pan and add to hot gravy.  Serve over hot spaghetti pasta.  Top with cheese.

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