Easy Marinara Sauce
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
56 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Italian
Easy Marinara Sauce
Description
Easy Marinara Sauce is made by gently cooking diced onion and minced garlic in olive oil until translucent and aromatic. Crushed tomatoes are then added along with kosher salt and fresh thyme. The sauce simmers to allow flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly without becoming overly dense. Fresh basil is stirred in after cooking to preserve its bright aroma and flavor.
The result is a tomato sauce with a balance of sweetness and acidity, enhanced by herbs that complement the natural tomato taste. Texture is smooth with softened onion pieces, making it versatile for many Italian dishes.
This marinara works well tossed with pasta, spread on pizza, or serving as a dipping sauce. The recipe yields about 4 cups, enough for several servings or to refrigerate for later use.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 (28-ounce can) crushed tomatoes
- 1 onion finely diced (approx 1 cup, small
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon thyme chopped, fresh
- 1 tablespoon basil chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a medium-sized pot on medium-high heat. Add the onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds more.
- Add the can of crushed tomatoes, salt and thyme. (Don't add the basil as it will overcook). Once the tomatoes have started to boil, reduce the heat to a simmer. Simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the sauce has slightly thickened.
- Remove the sauce from the heat, stir in the basil and enjoy.
Notes
- This recipe yields approximately 4 cups of marinara sauce, ideal for multiple servings or use in different dishes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 56 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 56kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 205mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 323mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 268IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 44mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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