MICROWAVE VEGETABLE SAUCE 
2 tbsp. oil
1 c. onion, chopped
1 c. mushrooms, sliced
1/4 c. zucchini, chopped
1/3 c. carrot, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14 oz.) can whole, peeled tomatoes, undrainedtbsp. tomato paste
1 tsp. basil
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/4 tsp. thyme
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
Grated Parmesan cheese

In a 2 quart microwave-safe bowl, stir together oil, onion, mushrooms, zucchini, carrot, and garlic. Microwave, uncovered, on high 4 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and break them up with the back of a spoon. Stir in the tomato paste, basil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cover with wax paper and microwave on medium (50% power) 10 minutes. Let stand 3 minutes. Can be served over macaroni of your choice or spaghetti squash.

Since microwave ovens vary in power, you may need to adjust your cooking time.

 

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