Step 1

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium size pot and add the onion, garlic,carrot and celery.Saute for about 5 minutes then add the turmeric and stir one minute. Add the tomatoes

Step 2

2. Add the herbs and bay leaves. Bring to a gentle boil, turn down the heat to semi low and add the tomato paste. Add salt and pepper to your taste and a pinch of white sugar.

Step 3

3. Let the sauce simmer uncovered for about 1/2 hour. Cover if you wish, but tilt the lid to allow steam to escape. Let simmer 2-3 hours, stir every once in a while. Uncover the last twenty minutes to let any water evaporate, You could also put it in the oven at 350 for the same amount of time.

Step 4

4. Take bay leaves out before serving, toss with your choice of pasta

Step 5

5. I like the San Marzano tomatoes, they don't have water in them. This sauce doubles and freezes very well.