Servings
Font
Back
0 from 42 votes

Homemade Marinara Sauce

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!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 93 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Italian

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

Instructions

    Cup of Yum
  1. Place the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes or until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  3. Add the tomatoes and all their juices from the can, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, fresh basil and 1/4 cup water.
  4. 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.
  5. 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

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

% 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.