Best Marinara Sauce Ever

2 14.5 oz cans stewed tomatoes
1 6 oz can tomato paste
4 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
6 tbsp olive oil
1/3 cup finely diced onion

In a food processor, blender or in a pot using a stick blender, place Italian tomatoes, tomato paste, chopped parsley, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.

In a large skillet over medium heat saute the finely chopped onion in olive oil for 2 minutes. Add the blended tomato sauce.

Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

7 Layer Bean Dip

Thank you Mom for yet another delicious recipe!

2 10 oz cans refried beans

3 avocados, mashed or 8 oz avocado dip

1 cup sour cream

½ cup mayonnaise

½ pkg taco seasoning

3 med tomatoes, chopped

½ cup olives, sliced

Green onions, sliced

Cheddar cheese, shredded

Spread beans in 9”x13” pan.  Spread avocados on beans.  Mix sour cream, mayo and seasoning together then spread on avocado.  Sprinkle tomatoes and olives on sour cream mixture.  Top with onions and cheese.  Serve with chips.