Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 16 ounces tomato paste
• 3 serrano peppers, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, crushed
• 1 bay leaf
• 3 teaspoons oregano
• 2 teaspoons basil
• 1/4 teaspoon sage
• 1 pinch dried cilantro
• 1/2 red bell pepper, diced to be added with cilantro (optional)

Instructions

1. In medium saucepan on medium heat, brown meat along with bay leaf, oregano, basil, sage, garlic and serranos.

2. As meat turns from red to browny-pink, add cilantro (and red pepper, if you're adding it).

3. When meat is completely brown, add tomato paste and stir in thoroughly.

4. Optional: If draining grease, do so before adding sauce.

5. You may want to add more oregano and basil to taste after draining.

6. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

7. Serve over pasta.