The peel of 10 large lemons. Yellow part only, cut in continuous strips if possible.
(This makes removing of the peels much easier later)

Vodka

Sugar

Directions

Place peels in large plastic or non-reactive container that has a lid.

Cover peels with 2l of Vodka or Everclear.

Stir gently every day. Keep tightly sealed. Continue this for 1-6 months.

Gently remove peels from alcohol. Peels should be white, alcohol yellow.

Make a simple syrup by dissolving 4C sugar in 2L of water over medium heat.

When syrup has cooled, pour it into the alcohol mixture.

Seal tightly. Let the mixture rest for 1-6 months.

Pour into individual bottles.

Serve chilled or over ice.

1-2 lbs spicy Italian sausage
Remove casings, brown, crumble, set aside.

1-2 onions and 1-2 yellow peppers
Chop, sautee, season w/salt, set aside.

Directions

Fill bottom of very large straight sided skillet w/cherry or grape tomatoes. Add 1-2 T olive oil. Cook and stir until tomatoes start to break down.

When the tomatoes break down, add the previous ingredients along w/ a few heads of minced garlic.

Cover and cook on low for 2 hours. Add water as needed to keep from sticking. Stir frequently.

Near the end of the cooking time add the following seasonings of your choice: Sherry
(1-2 T) anchovy paste (1-2 inches) basil, oregano, and rosemary.

I use this as a pasta sauce, as well as the base to other dishes such as lasagna, chilli, or strombolis.