SALSA ALLA MARINARA (MARINER'S SAUCE)

3 tbsp garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 cup olive oil
2 cups chopped, peeled tomatoes
1 tsp crumbled dried oregano
salt and pepper to taste

Saute garlic and parsley in oil.

When garlic is delicately brown, add tomatoes, oregano, salt and pepper. Simmer for 30 minutes, or until well-blended and thick.

Makes about 1 1/2 cups
Source: Woman's Day Encyclopedia of Cookery