• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Servings: 2
• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• 1 cup tomato puree
• 3 mini bell peppers
• 1/2 jalapeño pepper
• 1 cup onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp basil plus more for serving
• Small handful of mozzarella cheese

1. Put peppers, garlic, and onion in a food processor and chop. Transfer to an oiled pot and cook for about 2-3 mins
2. Add tomato paste and cook for an additional few mins
3. Add a small handful of mozzarella cheese, if desired (adds thickness and depth) and cook for another 2-3 mins
4. Add protein of choice (I used roasted red pepper and garlic sausage) and serve over pasta of choice
5. Enjoy!

A healthier alternative to store-bought tomato sauce that's so, so simple to make and delish!