Giada's Marinara
Discover the simplicity and bold flavors of Giada's Marinara, a classic homemade tomato sauce that’s perfect for elevating your favorite Italian dishes. This easy recipe combines pantry staples like canned whole peeled tomatoes, olive oil, and dried oregano with fresh aromatics, including garlic, onions, and basil, to create a rich, vibrant sauce. Ready in just 40 minutes, this versatile marinara suits a wide variety of dishes—whether ladled over pasta, used as a pizza base, or paired with crusty bread. With options to customize the level of spice using crushed red pepper flakes, it's a go-to for weeknight meals and special occasions alike. Packed with authentic Italian flavor, Giada's Marinara is a must-have in any kitchen repertoire.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces Canned whole peeled tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 5 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until it becomes soft and translucent.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, being careful not to let it burn.
Step 4
Pour in the canned whole peeled tomatoes with their juice and break them up using a spoon or potato masher.
Step 5
Stir in the dried oregano and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).
Step 6
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 7
After the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded, stir in the fresh basil leaves.
Step 8
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Step 9
Remove the sauce from the heat, and serve immediately over cooked pasta, as a pizza base, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (994.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 537.2 |
| Total Fat 30.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3361.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 66.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 39.5g | |
| Protein 9.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 208.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1632.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories