Wheatley Hills Marinara Sauce

Elevate your pasta night with the robust and aromatic Wheatley Hills Marinara Sauce, a timeless blend of classic Italian flavors with a fresh twist. This homemade marinara is crafted with velvety extra virgin olive oil, sweet yellow onions, and fragrant garlic as its base, brought to life with luscious crushed tomatoes and a hint of tomato paste for depth. A medley of dried herbs—basil, oregano, and a touch of red pepper flakes—adds layers of savory complexity, while fresh parsley and basil stirred in at the finish deliver vibrant, garden-fresh brightness. With just a teaspoon of sugar to balance the natural acidity of the tomatoes, this sauce achieves the perfect harmony of sweet and savory. Simmered to perfection in under an hour, it’s versatile enough to top steaming bowls of pasta, enhance your favorite pizza, or serve as a flavorful dipping sauce. Simple, satisfying, and irresistibly rich, this marinara will become your go-to recipe for authentic Italian comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
• 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 sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 4

Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and water, stirring to combine.

Step 5

Stir in the sugar, dried basil, dried oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low.

Step 7

Cover the saucepan partially with a lid, allowing steam to escape, and let the sauce simmer for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 9

Stir in the fresh parsley and basil just before serving for a burst of fresh flavor.

Step 10

Serve warm over your favorite pasta, as a base for pizza, or as a dipping sauce. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1139.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	641.1

Total Fat 44.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2461.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 36.2g
Protein 10.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 254.6mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 2306.8mg	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: 57.3%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 36.5%