ITALIAN SPAGHETTI SAUCE

1/2 c. onion slices

2 T. olive or salad oil

1 lb. ground beef

2 cloves minced garlic

4 c. tomatoes

1 bay leaf

1 cup water

1/2 t. MSG

1/4 t. thyme

1 t. salt

2 (8oz.) cans tomato sauce

1 1/2 t. oregano

1 (4oz.) can mushrooms

1/4 c. chopped parsley

Cook onion in oil.  Add meat and garlic.  Brown and drain.  Add remaining ingredients.  Simmer uncovered until thick. (2 1/2 hrs.)  Remove bay leaf.

Rebecca Conner