Crock Pot Marinara Sauce (Vegetarian and Fat-Free) |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 480 Minutes |
Ready In: 490 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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If possible sauté the onions and garlic in about 3 tablespoons oil in a small skillet before adding to the crock pot, if not then just omit the oil, which will make this marinara sauce pretty much fat-free! You will need a minimum of 4-quart crockpot for this recipe. The longer you cook this sauce on low heat the thicker and richer it will be! but it can also be cooked on high-heat setting for about 5 hours if you want a quicker sauce, I strongly suggest to cook it for a longer time! If desired you can double the recipe, this sauce freezes very well! Ingredients:
1 (28 ounce) can whole italian-style tomatoes (cut up and undrained) |
2 large carrots, peeled and coarsely chopped |
3 stalks celery, diced |
1 large onion, chopped (about 1 cup) |
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic (can use more) |
1 large bell pepper, seeded and chopped |
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste |
1/2 cup water |
2 -3 teaspoons sugar |
2 -3 teaspoons dried italian seasoning (rubbed between fingers to release the flavors) |
2 -4 teaspoons dried red pepper flakes (optional or to taste) |
1 large bay leaf |
salt and black pepper (i use quite a lot of salt to bring out the flavor!) |
Directions:
1. Place ALL ingredients in a minimum 4-quart crock pot/slow-cooker; mix well cover and cook on low heat for about 8-10 hours.
2. Uncover and cook on high heat for the last 1-1/2 hours.
3. Season with more salt and pepper to taste.
4. Delicious!
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