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Marinara Sauce Recipe

A classic marinara sauce that's perfect for pasta, pizza, or as a base for other dishes.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Wooden Spoon

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil extra virgin
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 28 oz Canned Tomatoes crushed
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes optional
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil chopped

Instructions: 

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Stir in crushed tomatoes, salt, sugar, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes if using.
  • Bring to a simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in fresh basil and cook for another 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and serve.

Notes:

This sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week or frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Keywords:

Keyword Marinara, Sauce
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