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marinara sauce in a pot with a wooden spoon

Classic Marinara Sauce

Jenny
This classic marinara sauce is made with tomatoes, onions, garlic, oregano, and basil. Simmer for 15-30 minutes and you'll have the most delicious and versatile sauce to use with your favorite dishes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Sauce
Cuisine Italian
Servings 3 cups
Calories 111 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 28 oz whole or crushed tomatoes San Marzano preferred
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ tsp dried basil
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • fresh basil leaves optional

Instructions
 

  • In a saucepan on medium heat sauté garlic and onions in olive oil until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes and seasonings and simmer uncovered for 15-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the thicker the sauce.
  • Break up the whole tomatoes with a spoon for a chunkier sauce or use an immersion blender for a smooth sauce. Add fresh basil if desired.

Notes

  • Add more or less seasonings to your liking.
  • Add sugar if the sauce is too acidic.
  • Substitute herbs with Italian seasoning.

Nutrition Estimate

Calories: 111kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 711mgPotassium: 533mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 51IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Marinara Sauce
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