Hidden vegie tomato pasta sauce

Step 1
Process the onions, leek, celery, carrot, pumpkin, capsicum and garlic in a food processor until a coarse paste is formed.

Step 2
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a very large saucepan over a high heat. Add the processed vegetable mix, reduce to low and cook for 20 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 3
Meanwhile process the zucchini and mushroom until finely chopped.

Step 4
Add this mix to the pan and cook, stirring for 5 minutes.

Step 5
Add the tomato paste and stir until well combined.

Step 6
Add the canned tomatoes and herbs and season.

Step 7
Simmer, stirring occasionally for 1½ hours or until thickened.

Serving suggestion: Use as a pizza sauce, on pasta or in place of tinned tomatoes in recipes.