Slow Cooker Marinara Sauce
Description
A variety of herbs and spices bring tons of flavor to this easy slow cooker marinara sauce that's great served over your favorite pasta.
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1/4 cup finely chopped onion
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3 tablespoons minced garlic, or more to taste
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3 (14 1/2 ounce) cans tomato sauce
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1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
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1 tablespoon red wine
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1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
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1 tablespoon ground basil
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon dried cilantro
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1 teaspoon ground paprika
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1 teaspoon ground oregano
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2 large bay leaves
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1 pinch white sugar
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1 pinch ground cinnamon
Directions
1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic in hot oil until soft, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a slow cooker.
2
Add tomato sauce and tomato paste to the slow cooker and set temperature to Low. Cook and stir until paste melts, 3 to 4 minutes. Add wine, vinegar, basil, salt, pepper, cilantro, chili powder, paprika, oregano, bay leaves, sugar, and cinnamon; stir until well combined.
3
Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until reduced, 6 to 8 hours. Remove bay leaves to serve.