Nomato/Tomatoless Pizza and Pasta Sauce- No Beets!
This AIP pasta sauce actually tastes like real marinara but without tomatoes and without beets! It only takes about 30 minutes to make and you can also make it in larger batches to freeze for later! It's vegan, AIP, Paleo, and Whole30 friendly.
1/4cupwater(add additional water or vegetable broth as needed to desired consistency)
Instructions
Heat the oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the onions and saute for about 2 minutes.
Add the carrots to the pan. Turn heat down to medium. Cook for 10-12 minutes and continue stirring frequently to avoid burning.
Add the vinegar, salt, and seasonings to the pan and stir them in. Continue cooking for another 4-5 minutes or until the carrots are soft and tender. Remove from heat.
Place the cherries in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for about 4 minutes or until cherries are warm. Stop the microwave and stir them once or twice during heating.
Add the cherries and carrot/onion mixture to a high-speed blender or food processor and blend on high until smooth. Add up to 1/4 cup of water and assess consistency. If needed, add a little more water or vegetable broth if you'd like it thinner.
Use the sauce in recipes as needed.
Notes
Store in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for at least 3 months in an air-tight container. Makes about 3 cups of sauce.