Instructions: To make the sauce: In a large heavy pot, combine the sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat to a slow simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes.

Discard bay leaves. Divide sauce in half. Use each half as directed in recipes or transfer into 2-cup plastic freezer containers. Label and freeze until firm.

This recipe yields 2 quarts.

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