Garden Fresh Spaghetti Sauce

Ingredients

6 cups fresh tomatoes, cored and chopped (any variety, we used heirloom)

1 medium onion, chopped

1 red or yellow bell pepper, chopped

5-6 large cloves of garlic (or to taste)

1 large carrot, grated

2 tsp sea salt

1 tsp basil

1 tsp thyme

1 tsp oregano

1 TBSP maple syrup (optional)

Instructions

In a large saucepan combine all ingredients and stir. Simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour over whole grain pasta of your choice, or shredded zucchini.