Easy Homemade Marinara Sauce
Total Time
25 mins
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Rating
5 out of 5 stars
(660)
Ingredients
3 cups
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, 1/2 cup chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 Tbsp fresh basil or parsley, finely minced, plus more to garnish
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Preparation
Step 1
Place a medium saucepan over medium heat and add 2 Tbsp olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add 1/2 cup chopped onion stirring often until soft and golden (about 5 min). Add minced garlic and stir 1 min, or until fragrant.
Step 2
Stir in 28 oz crushed tomatoes, 1/2 tsp oregano, 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper. Bring to a light boil then reduce heat and simmer partially covered for 15 minutes.
Step 3
Finally, stir in 1 Tbsp chopped fresh basil then turn off the heat.
Step 4
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Chef's notes
Use San Marzano crushed tomatoes for the best flavor.
Fresh tomatoes can be used but will require extra steps like blanching and peeling.
