3 tb Olive Oil
1/2 c  Onion; Minced, 1 Md.
1/2    Green Pepper; Minced
3    Cloves Garlic; Large, Minced
1 1/2 c  Water
6 oz Tomato Paste; 1 Cn
1/2 ts Basil; Dried
1/2 ts Oregano; Dried
1 ts Parsley; Dried
Salt & Pepper; To Taste

Pour the oil into a deep, heavy skilled over medium-high heat. Add the
onion and green pepper then cook and stir for about 5 minutes. Add the
garlic and continue to cook, stirring, until the vegetables are tender. Add
the water and then stir in the tomato paste. Sprinkle the sauce with the
basil, oregano, and parsley. Lower the heat and let simmer for about 5
minuts. Add the salt and pepper to taste. If desired, add 2 to 3 dashes of
hot pepper sauce. Let simmer, stirring often, about 30 minutes or until
the sauce if very thick.

Makes about 3 Cups of sauce. This is sufficient sauce for two 12 to
14-inch round pizza or 1 oblong pizza or 1 deep dish pizza.