Spaghetti Sauce For a Crowd

10 lbs. hamburger

10 cloves minced garlic

10-16 oz. cans tomatoes, undrained & chopped

10 tbsp. dried parsley flakes

10 bay leaves

5 tsp. salt

7 1/2 tsp. oregano

5 tsp. brown sugar

1 1/2 tsp. thyme

5-6 oz. cans tomato paste

5 c. minced onions

1 lg. green pepper

10 stalks celery

5 c. water (optional)

Put all in large vessel and simmer uncovered for 3 hours, stirring occasionally until sauce is thick.