Classic Homemade Marinara Sauce

Transform your kitchen with this easy and flavorful Classic Homemade Marinara Sauce, a staple recipe that brings the authentic taste of Italy to your table. Made with pantry staples like crushed tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and a medley of herbs, this sauce is simmered to perfection in just 30 minutes, delivering a rich and robust flavor profile with just a hint of heat from red pepper flakes. The addition of freshly chopped basil leaves right before serving enhances its vibrant, fresh aroma. Perfect for tossing with pasta, layering into lasagna, or using as a dipping sauce, this versatile recipe is a must-have for any home cook. Whip up this homemade marinara and say goodbye to jarred sauces for good, while savoring every bite of its comforting, homemade essence!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 units garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat until shimmering.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped yellow onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent browning.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant, ensuring the garlic does not burn.

Step 4

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir well to combine with the onion-garlic mixture.

Step 5

Add the dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and granulated sugar. Mix thoroughly.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Stir in the freshly chopped basil leaves just before serving for an extra burst of fresh flavor.

Step 9

Serve immediately with your favorite pasta or as a base for other dishes or let it cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1009.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	491.9

Total Fat 30.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2434.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.1g	0%
Total Sugars 32.1g
Protein 9.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 248.1mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 1995.4mg	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: 51.1%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 41.6%