1. Put onion into oil, stiring until soft and yellow in color.
2. Add carrots and continue to saute for about 7 minutes
3. Take out large pieces of veg, then stir in tomato sauce, and water.
4. Add remaining ingredients.
5. Cook 1-2 hours until vegetables can no longer be seen, over low heat.
Spices: 1 tsp pepper
1 tsp salt
2 tsp dried basil
1 tsp butter or oil
1 tsp oregano