2 pounds of ground beef
1 sizable onion, finely diced
4 cloves of garlic, minced
Three 15-ounce cans of tomato sauce
Two 14 ½-ounce cans of diced tomatoes, along with their natural juices
2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons of kosher salt
½ teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons of Italian seasonings
3 bay leaves
2 cups of elbow pasta
2 cups of finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese