Home Made Tomato Sauce

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

1. Pre-heat oven to 425°, lightly oil an 8 x 6 inch baking dish.

Step 2

2. In a medium pot, over medium heat add olive oil, (optional vegetables of choice) garlic, purée, water, Italian seasoning. Stir to combine cook until thickened (not too thick), approximately 15-20 minutes.

Step 3

3. Also cook protein of choice prior or before making the gnocchi and let it sit separately.

Step 4

4. While sauce is cooking, boil water and cook gnocchi just until the float to the surface, approximately 30 seconds, drain immediately.

Step 5

5. When sauce has thickened add gnocchi and toss gently, add all the additional ingredients to the gnocchi and tomato sauce

Step 6

6. Then place in prepared baking pan, top with first shredded Mozzarella and then grated Parmesan cheese. Bake in oven for approximately 5 minutes then broil for another 3-5 Ominutes or until cheese has browned, (watch it doesn't burn). Serve immediately. Enjoy!