Licari's Sicilian Pasta Sauce - Sicilian Pasta Sauce

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   ["In a large bowl, combine 1 lb (.5 kg).", "ground chuck, 1 egg, 1 tsp (5 ml) salt, pepper to taste, 3 tbsp (45 ml) grated parmesan cheese, 1 tsp (5 ml) basil, 3 tbsp (45 ml) parsley flakes, and bread crumbs (if the mixture is too ""wet"" add a few more bread crumbs).", "Mix thoroughly and form into balls 1-2 inches in diameter.", "Set aside.", "Put olive oil in a large fry pan, on medium high heat; brown pork steak, Italian sausage, and meatballs and put the browned meat in a large kettle (at least 4 quarts).", "Cook chopped garlic in same oil; about 2 minutes.", "Add tomato paste and 1 can of water; mix and heat through; add mixture to kettle.", "Add tomatoes (or puree) and 1 can of water to kettle.", "Add 1 tsp (5 ml) salt, 1 tsp (5 ml) sugar, 1 tbsp (15 ml) basil, 1 to 2 bay leaves.", "Bring to a boil; then lower heat.", "Simmer to desired thickness, 1 to 2 hours is plenty."]

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.