Marinara Sauce Aka Grandma's Sauce
Transport your taste buds to Sunday dinners at Nonna’s with this timeless Marinara Sauce, affectionately known as Grandma’s Sauce. Made with authentic and flavorful ingredients like sweet, tangy San Marzano tomatoes, fragrant fresh basil, and a touch of sugar to balance the acidity, this homemade sauce is simmered to perfection for a rich, velvety finish. Hints of garlic, onion, and oregano create the ultimate aroma that will fill your kitchen as the sauce cooks, while optional red pepper flakes add a subtle heat for those who crave it. Ready in under an hour, this versatile classic pairs beautifully with pasta, pizza, or your favorite Italian dishes. It's the perfect staple for your recipe collection and a must-try for lovers of traditional Italian cooking!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 28 ounces Canned whole San Marzano tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 5 leaves Fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 cup Water
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat until shimmering.
Step 2
Add the finely chopped onion to the pan and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until soft and translucent.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
Step 4
Carefully pour in the canned San Marzano tomatoes, crushing them gently with your hands or a wooden spoon as you add them to the pan.
Step 5
Mix in the tomato paste, dried oregano, sugar, kosher salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to combine.
Step 6
Add the 0.5 cup of water to the sauce to loosen it slightly, then bring it to a gentle simmer.
Step 7
Reduce the heat to low and allow the sauce to simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will allow the flavors to deepen.
Step 8
About 10 minutes before the sauce is done simmering, stir in the basil leaves.
Step 9
Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper as needed.
Step 10
Remove the sauce from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Use as a pasta sauce, pizza sauce, or for dipping!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1109.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 484.2 |
| Total Fat 30.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 685.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 55.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 32.9g | |
| Protein 10.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 154.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1897.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories