Creole Tomatoes

Ingredients

• 2 (28-ounce) cans plum tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon rosemary
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 4 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
• 1/2 cup sliced celery
• 1 1/2 pounds beef sausage, sliced 3/4-inch thick