Description
Homemade Marinara Sauce is a rich, vibrant, and utterly delicious tomato sauce that elevates countless dishes, from comforting pasta bowls to savory baked ziti and even as a base for pizza. This versatile sauce is made from high-quality, fresh ingredients and is freezer-friendly.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 medium Yellow Onion, finely diced
4–6 cloves Garlic, minced
2 (28-ounce) cans Whole Peeled San Marzano Tomatoes, crushed by hand
1 (15-ounce) can Tomato Sauce
1/2 cup Fresh Basil Leaves, roughly chopped
1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar (optional)
1 teaspoon Salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper, or to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Your Aromatics: Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic
- Sauté the Onion: Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat, add the onion, and cook until translucent
- Add the Garlic and Spices: Stir in garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes
- Introduce the Tomatoes: Crush the San Marzano tomatoes and add them along with tomato sauce
- Season the Sauce: Add sugar, salt, and black pepper, stirring thoroughly
- Simmer and Develop Flavor: Bring to a simmer and cook for 45 minutes to 2 hours, stirring occasionally
- Add Fresh Basil: Stir in chopped basil about 10 minutes before finished cooking
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve over pasta or use as a base for other dishes
Notes
For a smoother sauce, blend it after simmering.
Great for freezing and using later.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 90 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 75 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg