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Easy Marinara Sauce

Easy Marinara Sauce That Elevates Your Home Cooking Game

Craft your own Easy Marinara Sauce with just five simple ingredients to elevate your home cooking experience.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Adds richness and depth; choose a high-quality oil for the best flavor.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Provides a sweet base when sautéed.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Infuses the sauce with aromatic goodness; fresh garlic is preferred.
  • 28 oz Crushed Tomatoes Delivers natural sweetness and acidity.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Adds a delightful earthiness.
  • to taste Sea Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • to taste Black Pepper Adds a slight kick; use freshly ground.
  • handful Fresh Basil or Parsley Offers a burst of freshness and color.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Marinara Sauce
  1. In a medium saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 chopped medium yellow onion and cook for about 5 minutes until soft and golden.
  2. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for just 1 minute or until fragrant.
  3. Add in a 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and partially cover the saucepan. Let the sauce simmer for about 15 minutes.
  5. After simmering, remove from heat and stir in a handful of fresh basil or parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make a double batch and freeze portions for a hassle-free meal later; enjoy freshly made sauce for up to five days.

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