How to make it

  • In a large pot, heat the olive oil.
  • Add the onion and cook over medium heat until translucent.
  • Add the garlic and carrots and cook until the garlic is fragrant, then add the zucchini, red pepper, black pepper and salt and cook 2 minutes more.
  • Stir in the crushed tomatoes, then add the turmeric, cocoa, oregano, thyme and basil.
  • Cover and simmer for 40 minutes, then puree with an immersion blender or in a regular blender in batches.
  • Return to the pot, stir in the sundried tomatoes and simmer 15 minutes longer.
  • Stir in the balsamic vinegar and lemon balm and remove from the heat.

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  • jett2whit 11 years ago
    Thank you!
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  • jo_jo_ba 11 years ago
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories: 88.6
    Total Fat: 1.7 g
    Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
    Sodium: 31.7 mg
    Total Carbs: 14.7 g
    Dietary Fiber: 5.0 g
    Protein: 3.6 g
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