Slow Cooker Marinara Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 can s(800 g1/28 oz each can) crushed tomatoes (see notes)
• 1 can (170 g1/6 oz) tomato paste
• 1 medium brown onion(or white or yellow), diced
• 2 garlic clove s, minced
• 2 bay leaves(dried or fresh)
• 1 tbsp brown sugar(or honey)
• 1 tbsp dried basil
• 2 tsp dried oregano
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker. Set for 6 to 8 hours on low.
2. Optional step: Remove bay leaves, then use a handheld blender to puree until smooth (or to your liking).
3. Cool before refrigerating or freezing.