Hearty Spaghetti with Pork

3 slices bacon
1 pound bulk pork sausage
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
1 green pepper, seeded and chopped
2 cloves garlic minced
1 cup dry red wine
3 14 1/2-ounce cans Italian-style tomatoes, crushed
1 6-ounce can tomato paste
2 teaspoons dried oregano, crushed
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 bay leaves
12 ounces spaghetti, cooked and drained

In a large skillet cook bacon until crisp. Drain bacon,
reserving drippings in skillet. Crumble bacon and set aside. heat, sausage, onion, green pepper and garlic over medium-high heat until meat is browned and vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Drain well. Add wine; bring to boiling. Boil for 10 minutes or until liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally. Stir in the bacon, undrained tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, brown sugar, basil, thyme and bay leaves.

Bring to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour
or until of desired consistency. Remove bay leaves. Serve with
hot cooked spaghetti.

Servings: 6
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
cooking Time: 60 minutes
Nutrient Information per Serving:
calories: 625
Sodium : 1402 mg
XProtein: 26 gm Fat: 26 gm
Cholesterol: 71 mg