Homemade Spicy Tomato Sauce

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion, chili pepper, and garlic and cook until soft.
2. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft. Now add tomato paste, 1 cup water, bay leaf, parsley and bring it to a boil.
3. Season with salt and pepper - to taste. Reduce heat and cook until slightly thickened, for about 30 minutes.
4. For a chunky sauce, use the sauce as is. For a smoother sauce: let the sauce cool down then blend in a blender.