Hide The Veggies Pasta Sauce Recipe

This sneaky, delicious pasta sauce is perfect for picky eaters! We'll expertly blend in a variety of veggies, creating a vibrant and flavorful sauce that's surprisingly healthy. Make a big batch ahead of time and freeze it for busy weeknights – it's ready in just 30 minutes! Customize it with your favorite veggies to perfectly suit your taste and your little one's (hopefully hidden) veggie intake. Serve over your favorite pasta for a quick and satisfying meal the whole family will love.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 128.3 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Hide The Veggies Pasta Sauce

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How to Make Hide The Veggies Pasta Sauce

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion and 2 cloves minced garlic. Sauté for 3 minutes, until softened.
  2. Add 1 cup chopped carrots, 1/2 cup chopped celery, and 1 cup sliced mushrooms. Cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.
  3. Stir in 2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes, 1/2 cup vegetable stock, and 1 teaspoon sugar. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  4. Carefully transfer the sauce to a blender (or use an immersion blender) and blend until smooth and creamy.
  5. Serve the delicious sauce over your favorite cooked pasta. Garnish with fresh basil or parmesan cheese (optional).
  6. For freezing, allow the sauce to cool completely before storing in airtight freezer-safe containers. It will keep for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

5g

Carbs

4g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Hide The Veggies Pasta Sauce?

Hide The Veggies Pasta Sauce takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Hide The Veggies Pasta Sauce?

Hide The Veggies Pasta Sauce has approximately 128.3 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 11 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Hide The Veggies Pasta Sauce?

The key ingredients for Hide The Veggies Pasta Sauce are Olive Oil, Onion, Garlic Clove, Carrot, Mushroom, Celery. See the full list with measurements above.

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