Marinara Migliore Italian Marinara Sauce

Elevate your Italian cooking with this timeless recipe for Marinara Migliore Italian Marinara Sauce. Made with authentic San Marzano tomatoes, aromatic fresh basil, and a touch of olive oil, this rich and rustic sauce captures the heart of traditional Italian cuisine. A slow simmer of garlic, onions, and herbs creates deep, layered flavors that perfectly balance sweetness and acidity. Customize the sauce with a hint of crushed red pepper for a subtle kick or finish it smooth or chunky, depending on your preference. Ready in under an hour, this homemade marinara is perfect for pairing with pasta, serving as a pizza base, or using as a flavorful dipping sauce. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen novice, Marinara Migliore is your go-to recipe for authentic, restaurant-quality Italian sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces Canned whole peeled San Marzano tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 5 Fresh basil leaves
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional, for balancing acidity)
• 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 4

Pour in the canned San Marzano tomatoes along with their juices. Use a wooden spoon or potato masher to gently break up the whole tomatoes into smaller pieces.

Step 5

Add the tomato paste, fresh basil leaves, dried oregano, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), kosher salt, sugar (if using), and freshly ground black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Pour in the water to loosen the sauce slightly, ensuring a perfect consistency.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce cook uncovered for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or sugar, as needed.

Step 9

Remove the basil leaves before serving. Optionally, use an immersion blender for a smoother texture, or leave it chunky for a rustic style.

Step 10

Serve the Marinara Migliore sauce over your favorite pasta, as a pizza base, or alongside garlic bread as a dipping sauce. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1307.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	568.2

Total Fat 31.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 686.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.6g	0%
Total Sugars 32.8g
Protein 18.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 469.3mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 2707.1mg	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: 46.3%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 41.8%