Description
Homemade Marinara Sauce is a culinary gem that brings fresh, vibrant flavors to your kitchen. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this easy-to-make sauce that elevates your pasta, pizza, and meatballs to new heights. Crafted from simple ingredients like ripe tomatoes and aromatic garlic, this marinara offers a taste far superior to store-bought options. Plus, it’s versatile enough to be used as a dipping sauce for appetizers or drizzled over grilled vegetables. Whether you’re preparing a cozy weeknight dinner or entertaining guests, this homemade marinara sauce will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 28 oz. plum tomatoes
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 3–4 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Blend plum tomatoes until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Add blended tomatoes, bay leaf, Italian seasoning, parsley, and salt to the pot. Stir well.
- Simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 60g
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, consider incorporating red pepper flakes or a splash of red wine while simmering. If you have leftover sauce, it freezes beautifully—just make sure to cool it completely before storing in airtight containers.