Mary Beth Sierer's Spaghetti Sauce (MB's Sauce)

Brown in 3 T. olive oil and drain when fully cooked: 1 lb. mild Italian sausage 3-5 garlic cloves, peeled and diced 1 lb. super lean ground beef 2 green bell peppers, stemmed and seeds removed and diced 1 large onion, peeled and diced After all the fat from the meat/veggie mixture is removed, add canned goods: 2 (28oz) cans wholed, peeled tomatoes (or chopped fresh) 1 (16oz) can tomato sauce 1 (16oz) can tomato paste 1 (16oz) can tomato puree Season with: 1 c. white sugar 2 T. dried basil 2 bay leaves (remove before serving) 2 T. dried oregano 4 T. dried parsley Simmer for at least 5 hours (7-8 is best) in a crockpot on low heat.