Acadia's Marinara Sauce

Rich, aromatic, and bursting with authentic Italian flavors, Acadia's Marinara Sauce is the perfect homemade recipe to elevate your favorite dishes. Crafted with a harmonious blend of olive oil, sweet onions, and five cloves of minced garlic, this sauce achieves a deep, savory flavor with the addition of crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a touch of red wine for added complexity. The seasoning trifecta of dried oregano, basil, and just the right kick of red pepper flakes brings balance and warmth, while a hint of sugar rounds out the acidity. Simmered to perfection with a bay leaf and finished with fresh parsley, this versatile marinara is ideal for pasta, pizza, or dipping. With just 10 minutes of prep and simple pantry staples, Acadia’s Marinara Sauce is your go-to for a cozy, homemade Italian meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 5 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup red wine (optional)
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup water (if needed for consistency)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large saucepan over medium heat and add olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is warm, add the finely diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft and translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to caramelize slightly.

Step 5

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine with the onion, garlic, and tomato paste.

Step 6

Add the dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes, sugar, and salt. Stir well to incorporate.

Step 7

Optional: Deglaze the pan with red wine and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes to enhance the flavor.

Step 8

Add the bay leaf to the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, stir in up to 1/4 cup of water to adjust the consistency.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure it doesn't stick to the bottom.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf and discard.

Step 11

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 12

Stir in freshly chopped parsley right before serving for a burst of herby freshness.

Step 13

Serve warm over pasta, as a dipping sauce, or use as a base for your favorite recipes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1173.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	763.6

Total Fat 44.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3389.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.9g	0%
Total Sugars 44.9g
Protein 14.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 253.8mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 2450.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.3%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 41.2%