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Viewed: 70 - Published at: 9 years agoIngredients
- 1 (28 ounce) can whole Italian-style tomatoes (cut up and undrained)
- 2 large carrots, peeled and coarsely chopped
- 3 stalks celery, diced
- 1 large onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic (can use more)
- 1 large bell pepper, seeded and chopped
- 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 -3 teaspoons sugar
- 2 -3 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning (rubbed between fingers to release the flavors)
- 2 -4 teaspoons dried red pepper flakes (optional or to taste)
- 1 large bay leaf
- salt and black pepper (I use quite a lot of salt to bring out the flavor!)
Method
- Place ALL ingredients in a minimum 4-quart crock pot/slow-cooker; mix well cover and cook on low heat for about 8-10 hours.
- Uncover and cook on high heat for the last 1-1/2 hours.
- Season with more salt and pepper to taste.
- Delicious!