Tomato Sauce

1 (35 ounce) can Italian tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 bay leaf
1 tsp. oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons basil
1 large clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 peeled carrot
2 tablespoons chopped green pepper

Combine all ingredients in a heavy saucepan. Bring to a simmer, then simmer uncovered for 30 minutes. Remove and discard carrot.

Makes 4 cups.