Homemade Marinara Sauce
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5.0
42 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
93 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Italian
Homemade Marinara Sauce
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This homemade marinara sauce is a blend of tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil and herbs, all simmered together to make a fresh and flavorful sauce. A quick and easy way to make your own pasta sauce that tastes way better than the store bought version!
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/3 cup onion finely diced
- 2 1/2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 28 ounce can whole San Marzano tomatoes coarsely crushed or chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 sprigs fresh basil
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Instructions
- Place the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes or until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the tomatoes and all their juices from the can, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, fresh basil and 1/4 cup water.
- Stir to combine. Bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 20 minutes or until sauce has started to thicken. Taste and add more salt and pepper if needed.
- Remove the basil sprigs and discard. This makes a chunky sauce. If you prefer a smooth sauce, you can puree some or all of it in a blender. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Notes
- Since this is such a simple recipe, the quality of the ingredients really count. Look for a high quality extra virgin olive oil and use Italian canned tomatoes. I really prefer to use San Marzano tomatoes as they have the best flavor and texture. Keep an eye out for tomatoes with a "D.O.P" on the label, which guarantees that the tomatoes are authentically the San Marzano variety.
- This sauce stays fresh in the refrigerator for 4 days and can be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw frozen sauce in the fridge overnight, then reheat on the stove until it's warmed through.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
93kcal
(5%)
Carbohydrates
7g
(2%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
201mg
(8%)
Potassium
333mg
(10%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
1137IU
(23%)
Vitamin C
20mg
(22%)
Calcium
19mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 93 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 93kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 201mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 333mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1137IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 20mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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42 reviews
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