Zesty Tomato Sauce

(12-18 Months)

1-2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

1 small onion, chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

1 carrot, finely chopped

1 stalk celery, finely chopped

2 (32-ounce) cans organic, no-salt crushed tomatoes

2-3 basil leaves (optional)

1 tsp. kosher salt (optional)

In a large pot, add olive oil and heat over medium-high heat. Add next four ingredients. Sauté all vegetables on medium heat until tender, about 7-8 minutes.  Add tomatoes (and other optional ingredients) and simmer on low for 30-40 minutes.

Once cooked, remove from heat and cool slightly. Add mixture (a little bit at a time) to food processor and blend until you reach desired consistency.

Enjoy immediately or pour into ice cube trays and freeze. Each cube makes a perfect portion of sauce…just reheat and enjoy with favorite foods such as pasta, meatballs or even chicken fingers!