Henry's Creole Sauce

Seasoning Mix
2 whole bay leaves
3/4 t dried oregano leaves
1/2 t salt
1/2 t white pepper
1/2 t cayenne (or more)
1/2 t sweet paprika
1/2 t black pepper
1/2 t dried thyme leaves
1/2 t sweet basil

Combine in bowl

The Sauce
4 t olive oil
1 c chopped peeled tomatoes
3/4 c chopped onions
3/4 c chopped green pepper
3/4 c chopped celery
1 1/2 t minced garlic
1/1/4 c chicken stock or white wine
1 c tomato sauce
1 t sugar
1/2 t tabasco sauce

Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Stir in tomatoes, onions, celery, green pepper then add the garlic and seasonings.  Mix and stir thoroughly. Saute until onions are transparent (about 5 minutes). Stir in stockk, tomato sauce, sugar and tabasco and bring to a boil.  Reduce heat to maintain a simmer and cook until vegetables are tender and the flavors are married (about 20 minutes).

Remove the bay leaves.