Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['vegetarian'], recipe: combine the first eight ingredients. store in an airtight container in a cool dry place up to 1 year. to use: stir in 1/4 cup spaghetti sauce mix, water and tomato paste. bring to a boil; boil and stir for 2 minutes. reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

Target recipe: saute onion and garlic in butter; set aside. blend tomatoes and tomato paste in a blender until smooth. stir in onion and garlic. pour into a slow cooker; mix in remaining ingredients. heat on high setting for approximately 3 hours, stirring occasionally. remove bay leaves before serving. *note: i add 1/4 t. baking soda per quart of sauce to bring out the natural sweetness of the tomatoes.