Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup thinly sliced, halved onions
  • 1 cup thinly sliced, cored, seeded green pepper
  • 1 tablespoon finely minced garlic
  • 1 cup drained, imported canned tomatoes
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt, if desired
  • Freshly ground pepper

Method

  • Heat the oil in a small skillet and add the onions, green pepper and garlic.
  • Cook, stirring often, about two minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes, thyme, bay leaf, salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cook, stirring, about one minute.
  • Cover closely and cook about five minutes.
  • Uncover and cook until most of the tomato sauce is thickened, about one minute or less.