Ingredients:

9 ounces lean ground beef

9 ounces lean ground chicken

1 clove garlic, diced

1 medium onion, diced

1 medium carrot, peeled and diced

1 (5-ounce) can of tomato paste

5 ounces water

2 (15-ounce) cans of whole peeled tomatoes

1 teaspoon Kosher salt

1/3 teaspoon ground black pepper

Italian parsley

Directions:

1. Over medium-high heat, in a skillet add the ground meat and cook while breaking up with a fork. Cook just until it's no longer pink.

2. Drain off any fat and add to the Slow cooker along with the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on low 6 - 8 hours or high 3 - 4.

3. If desired, garnish with fresh Italian parsley.

4. Use the meat sauce for spaghetti or other pasta dishes.

5. Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to three days.

Bon Appetit!