Fresh from the Garden Marinara/Pizza Sauce

Fresh From The Garden Spaghetti or Pizza Sauce

8 Medium-Large Tomatoes (washed and cubed)
4 Tbsp. Olive Oil
1 Tbsp. Minced Garlic (fresh or jar)
1/2 Tbsp. Crushed Red Pepper
1/2 Tbsp. Black pepper
1 1/2 Tbsp. Italian Seasoning or Greek Seasoning
2 oz. Kale or Spinach (chopped){Optional}
1 1/2-2 lbs. Meat (cooked)
12 oz. Pasta of choice (box preparation)


















1. In a Large mixing bowl squish the cubed tomatoes, once you have lots of juice add Crushed Red Pepper, Black Pepper, Italian or Greek Seasoning.  Squish them a little bit more to make sure the flavors are mixed in well.
2. In a Large saucepan pour in Olive Oil and add to heat over medium-high heat.  As it gets warm add the Minced Garlic.  Let it simmer for a few minutes and add the now squished tomatoes.  Bring to a boil reduce to medium heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes stirring occasionally.
3. Add the Kale/Spinach if wanted
   Marinara - continue simmering on medium covered for another 20 minutes stirring occasionally
   Pizza - uncover and simmer on medium-low heat for 20 minutes stirring occasionally.
4. Marinara - uncover and simmer on low heat for 20 minutes or until it reaches a little juice left consistency.  Add prepared Pasta to sauce and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
   Pizza - continue to simmer this sauce until it gets to a thicker consistency, let cool and spread over a crust.

My Red Russian Kale from my Garden