MOM'S SPAGHETTI SAUCE

INGREDIENTS

1 sm. onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, choppped
1 T. butter
3 14- 1/2oz. cans tomatoes
3 6-oz. cans tomatoe paste
2 c. water
1/4 t. salt
1/2 t. pepper
1/2 t. dried basil
1/2 t. dried oregano
1/2 t. garlic powder
1/2 t. dried thyme
1 t. Italian seasonings
2 bay leaves
1 T. dried parsley
1/8 t. sugar
3 T. olive oil

Saute onion and garlic in butter. Blend tomatoes and tomato paste in a blender until smooth. Combine with onion and garlic and spoon into a slow cooker. Gradually add the remaining ingredients. Cook on high for approximately 3 hours, stir occasionally.