Hidden vegetable pasta sauce

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This sauce is really versatile. It can be used as a base for bolognaise, lasagne or even burritos. It freezes well and it is worth making in a big quantity and dividing up into portions

Hidden vegetable pasta sauce

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Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 carrot, peeled and finely chopped

  • 1 celery stick, finely chopped

  • 1 onion, finely chopped

  • 1 red pepper, deseeded and diced

  • 3 garlic cloves, crushed

  • 400g tin tomatoes

  • 1 tbsp dried oregano

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.

Method

  1. Add the carrot, celery, onion, pepper, oregano and garlic and cook for about 6 minutes, add a dash of water if the pan becomes dry.

  2. Add in the tomatoes and 300ml of water.

  3. Simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and puree the sauce until it is smooth.

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