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Marinara Sauce Recipe

A simple and delicious marinara sauce recipe perfect for pasta, pizza, or as a base for other dishes.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 120 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cans crushed tomatoes (28 oz each)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  2. 2. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
  4. 4. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, and sugar.
  5. 5. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. 6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Marinara Sauce
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