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Easy Homemade Comfort Food to Satisfy Your Cravings

This homemade marinara sauce is simple, versatile, and packed with flavor, making it the perfect comfort food for any pasta dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin for best taste
  • 3 cloves garlic fresh minced
  • 28 ounces crushed tomatoes San Marzano recommended
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
  • fresh basil handful, roughly torn
  • 1 pinch sugar to balance acidity
For the Optional Add-ins
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes for heat
  • Parmesan cheese grated, for serving

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat for about 2 minutes, until shimmering.
  2. Add minced garlic to the hot oil and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant and lightly golden.
  3. Pour in crushed tomatoes, stirring well to combine with the garlic, and bring to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle in salt and black pepper, stirring to incorporate, and allow to simmer uncovered for an additional 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in torn basil leaves and a pinch of sugar, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat, taste, and make final adjustments to seasoning if desired. Serve over pasta topped with grated Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Quality tomatoes and fresh herbs are crucial for a rich flavor. Adjust seasoning according to taste and enjoy your homemade sauce even by freezing it for later use.

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