Description
Indulge in the rich, robust flavors of homemade marinara sauce that captures the essence of Italian cuisine. This easy-to-make recipe transforms simple ingredients into a vibrant, aromatic sauce perfect for pasta dishes, pizzas, or as a delightful dip. Whether you’re cooking for a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering, this marinara will elevate your meals and impress your guests.
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 (28 oz) can whole San Marzano tomatoes
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Mince garlic and tear basil leaves.
- Sauté garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add tomatoes: Pour in the canned tomatoes, breaking them up gently with a wooden spoon. Simmer on low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season your sauce: Stir in salt and pepper to taste and add torn basil leaves. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Blend (optional): For a smoother texture, blend the sauce using an immersion blender or transfer to a regular blender.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg