Ingredients for Acadia's Marinara Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 bell pepper (any color)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup dry sherry
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste), if using fresh tomatoes
- 1 bay leaf
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How to Make Acadia's Marinara Sauce
- In a 3-quart Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-low heat.
- Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and sauté for 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened.
- Add 2 cloves garlic, minced, and sauté for 1 minute more, stirring frequently.
- Add 1 bell pepper (any color), sliced, and sauté for 4 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Stir in 1/4 cup dry sherry and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a food processor or blender and blend until completely smooth.
- Return the pureed mixture to the Dutch oven.
- Add 28 ounces (one 28-ounce can) of crushed tomatoes and 1 bay leaf. (If using fresh tomatoes, use approximately 2 pounds of crushed fresh tomatoes).
- **If using fresh tomatoes:** Add 1 teaspoon of salt (or to taste).
- Bring to a low boil, stirring frequently, then reduce heat to a simmer.
- Cover and simmer for 45 minutes on low, stirring every 5 minutes.
- Remove the bay leaf before serving.
- Enjoy your delicious homemade marinara sauce!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
11 g
Sugar
3g
Fat
2g
Carbs
6g
