Description
This Authentic Marinara Sauce with Fresh Ingredients captures the essence of Italian comfort food with rich flavors from ripe tomatoes and fresh herbs. Simple to make and versatile, it's perfect for pasta, lasagna, or as a dipping sauce.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 Medium Yellow Onion, finely diced
6 cloves Garlic, minced
2 (28-ounce) cans Whole Peeled San Marzano Tomatoes, crushed by hand
1/2 cup Fresh Basil Leaves, loosely packed and roughly chopped
1 tablespoon Fresh Oregano, finely chopped
1 teaspoon Sea Salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
Pinch of Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
Instructions
- Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the finely diced onion and sauté for 8-10 minutes until soft
- Add the minced garlic and pinch of red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant
- Pour in the crushed San Marzano tomatoes and stir thoroughly
- Add fresh basil, oregano, sea salt, and black pepper. If using, add sugar and bring to a gentle simmer
- Cover partially and let simmer for at least 45 minutes to 1 hour, stirring occasionally
- Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve once ready
Notes
Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
This sauce can be frozen for up to 3-4 months.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 60 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg