Homemade Pasta Sauce

Homemade Pasta Sauce (Chunky)

Ingredients:

1 (28 oz) can- Brad's Organic Whole Tomatoes in Basil
1 (28 oz) can- Brad's Organic Crushed Tomatoes in Basil
1 (14.5 oz) can- Muir Glen Organic Diced Tomatoes
1 (15 oz) can- Muir Glen Organic Tomato Sauce
1 (6 oz) can- Muir Glen Organic Tomato Paste
1 can- Artichoke hearts, drained
~3 tbsp. minced garlic
2 Organic Bell Peppers, cut into strips (I cut about 1 to 2 inch strips, because I like chunky sauce)
2 to 3 yellow onions, chopped
~3 tbsp. Dried Parsley
~2 tbsp. Dried Basil
1 to 2 tbsp. Crushed Red Pepper (start with one tbsp, increase as your spiciness desires)
Black Pepper
~1/4 c. Sugar
1 tbsp. Olive Oil

**And no I didn't forget to add salt to the ingredients list. The canned goods already contain salt, there is no need to add more. Also, it is important to buy organic bell peppers. Non-organic bell peppers contain high amounts of pesticides even after being washed vigorously numerous times.

1.) Over medium-high heat, heat olive oil in a large pot. Add chopped onions and bell peppers. Heat until onions are translucent.

2.) Add minced garlic and black pepper. Allow a couple of minutes for flavors to combine.

3.) Add all of the canned products, except for the tomato paste. Mix the sauce, ensuring the sauteed veggies get mixed in.

4.) Once the sauce warms up a little, add the tomato paste. Stir sauce until you have an even consistency. Cover.

5.) Once the sauce begins to bubble add the herbs and sugar. Stir sauce until the herbs and sugar are blended. Cover and simmer.

6.) Stir sauce regularly and keep it covered. Simmer for at least 1 1/2 - 2 hours.

**Before you store your sauce, allow it time to cool first!
**ENJOY**