Hearty Homemade Tomato Sauce

Here is a great homemade tomato sauce which is fairly simple to make. Although it tastes rich, you will be surprised to know that except for the olive oil, it is all vegetables. It truly tastes like one of those sauces you have always tried to make. Sometimes the answer is easier than the question.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 60 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
• Calories: 169 Calories

Ingredients

• salt to taste
• 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons dried oregano
• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, chopped
• 4 stalks celery, finely chopped
• 2 (14.5 ounce) cans peeled and diced tomatoes with juice
• ½ large onion, chopped
• ¾ cup finely chopped carrots
• ¾ cup finely chopped red bell peppers

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large pot combine tomatoes, garlic, carrots, bell peppers, celery, onion, parsley, oregano, olive oil and salt. Bring to a boil.n

Step 2

Reduce heat and simmer on medium heat for 1 hour.n