Garden Marinara Sauce

Elevate your meals with the vibrant flavors of Garden Marinara Sauce. Bursting with the goodness of fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, this sauce is a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire. Serve it warmed over pasta, rice, or vegetables for a satisfying and wholesome meal. With this recipe serving 4-6, you’ll have plenty to share with family and friends.

Serves 4–6 

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large sweet onion, diced
• 1 small red bell pepper, diced
• 1 large carrot, peeled and grated
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon dried ground fennel
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 bay leaf
• Pinch dried red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 (14 1/2-ounce) can diced tomatoes in sauce
• 1/2 cup Pressure Cooker Vegetable Stock

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Begin by adding the olive oil to your pressure cooker and bringing it to temperature over medium-high heat.
2. Once the oil is hot, add the diced sweet onion, red bell pepper, and grated carrot to the pressure cooker. Sauté these vegetables for 3 minutes until they start to soften.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds, allowing the garlic to become fragrant.
4. Add the dried parsley, dried ground fennel, dried basil, bay leaf, dried red pepper flakes, and salt to the sautéed vegetables. Stir in the diced tomatoes in sauce and the Pressure Cooker Vegetable Stock.
5. Lock the lid into place on your pressure cooker. Bring the pressure cooker to low pressure and maintain this pressure for 10 minutes.
6. After the 10 minutes of low-pressure cooking, quick-release the pressure.
7. Remove the lid and give the sauce a good stir. If you prefer a smoother consistency, use an immersion blender to purée the sauce. Remember to remove and discard the bay leaf.

Now that you have your Garden Marinara Sauce ready, here’s a simple and delicious way to use it:

USAGE:

Serve the warmed Garden Marinara Sauce over your choice of pasta, rice, or vegetables. You can also get creative with it:

• Stuffed Bell Peppers: Use the sauce as a flavorful base for stuffed bell peppers.
• Lasagna: Layer it into a classic lasagna recipe for a delightful twist.
• Vegetarian Stir-Fry: Incorporate it into a vegetable stir-fry for a savory sauce with a hint of spice.
• Pizza Topping: Spread it on pizza dough as a tasty pizza sauce, then add your favorite toppings and cheese.
• Grilled Vegetables: Brush it onto grilled vegetables, such as zucchini, eggplant, or portobello mushrooms, for a burst of flavor.
• Marinade: Use it as a marinade for chicken, fish, or tofu before grilling or roasting.

This Garden Marinara Sauce is a versatile and delicious way to incorporate more vegetables into your meals. Its rich, savory flavors will enhance a variety of dishes and bring a taste of freshness to your table. Enjoy the culinary possibilities this sauce offers!