INGREDIENTS :
• 1 raw beet , finely chopped
• 1 raw carrot , finely chopped
• 1 cup kale , finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 small onion , chopped
• 1 / 2 c chopped fresh basil
• 3 large chopped tomatoes
• 1 - 13 oz box strained tomatoes
• 1 - 13 oz box chopped tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon each salt and pepper
• 2 teaspoons sugar
DIRECTIONS : 1 . Place carrot , beet , garlic , kale , onion , and basil in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped .
2 . Combine ingredients with strained and chopped tomatoes and fill slow cooker .
3 . Add salt , pepper , and sugar . 4 . Mix well . Set slow cooker on low , cover , and let cook all day .
TIP : The carrot and beet help sweeten the sauce , while giving your family added nutrients . We like to serve it with chicken Italian sausage from the local butcher for a little protein . Pour over your favorite pasta and enjoy .
EASY NEXT DAY LUNCH : FRENCH BREAD PIZZA
Ingredients :
• 1 French bread sandwich roll , halved lengthwise
• 4 tablespoons leftover marinara sauce
• 1 / 2 c shredded mozzarella
Directions :
1 . Place Bread on an ungreased baking sheet . 2 . Spread generously with sauce and cover evenly with cheese . 3 . Bake at 375F for 12-15 minutes or until cheese in melted . Let
cool and wrap it up for lunch .
EVEN EASIER NEXT DAY LUNCH : PASTA DIPPERS
Serve Marinara Sauce with cooked pasta ( rotini or penna work best for dipping ), crunchy bread sticks / thick pretzels and vegetables : celery , carrots , red pepper slices or blanched broccoli are a perfect compliment for dipping .
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