Easy Marinara Sauce
This Easy Marinara Sauce is bursting with fresh flavor and ready in under an hour. Perfect for pasta, pizza, or as a versatile dipping sauce!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 medium yellow onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic finely minced
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil or parsley finely minced
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, heat the 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Allow it to warm up for about a minute until it shimmers.
- Add the chopped onion to the pan and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to let it burn; you want it to be fragrant, not bitter!
- Pour in the 28 ounces of crushed tomatoes. Then, add the dried oregano, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
- Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook uncovered for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Once the sauce has thickened to your liking, stir in the minced fresh basil or parsley. This adds a burst of freshness right before serving.
Equipment
- Cutting Board
- Sharp Knife
- Large Saucepan
- Wooden Spoon
- Measuring Spoons
Notes
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Simmer the sauce longer (up to an hour) for deeper flavor.
- Experiment with different fresh herbs like thyme or oregano.
- Let sauce cool completely before freezing; stores up to 3 months.
- Reheat gently on stovetop after thawing for best taste.