2 med. Onions, sliced
2 stalks Celery, diced
2 Bell peppers, diced
8 Fresh tomatoes, chopped
4 cloves Garlic, chopped
1 Tbs. Mexican Oregano, dried
1 Tbs. Basil, dried
2 Tbs. Parsley, dried
1 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
1 16 oz. can Tomato sauce
3 Tbs. Oil
1 Jalapeno pepper, sliced (opt.)
1 tsp. Salt
Saute garlic and onions in oil in large saucepan. Add
celery, peppers, tomatoes, and simmer for 10 minutes. Add
remaining ingredients, except tomato sauce, and continue
simmering. As it begins to get a little dry, add tomato sauce.
Serving Suggestions:
• use as an enchilada sauce
• use for a Mexican-style lasagna
• on steamed vegetables
Oregano
Oregano is of the mint
family, the leaves are dried
and have a spicy, aromatic
flavor. Use in tomato dishes,
salads, stews, and vegetables.
Basil
Basil is from the mint
family, the leaves are cut and
dried before the plant flowers.
It has an aromatic warm,
and sweet flavor. Used in flavoring
sauces, tomatoes,
savory dishes, and salads.
Medicinally used as a disinfectant,
an immune stimulant,
for intestinal parasites,
for the stomach, lungs,
spleen, and large intestines.
This spice can cause problems
in large amounts, so use
sparingly.
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