1 lb bulk italian sausage |
1 lb hamburger (80/20 or leaner is better) |
2 onions, of average size finely chopped |
5 teaspoons minced garlic (5 cloves) |
1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste |
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes in puree |
1 (14 ounce) can crushed tomatoes in puree |
1 (28 ounce) can tomato sauce |
1 (28 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes |
2 2/3 cups water |
4 bay leaves |
2 tablespoons sugar |
4 teaspoons dried basil leaves |
2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves |
2 teaspoons italian seasoning |
2 teaspoons salt |
2 teaspoons red pepper flakes |
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, chopped |
4 ounces grated parmesan cheese |