Acadia S Marinara Sauce Recipe

Ingredients for Acadia S Marinara Sauce

• Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Yellow Bell Pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• Italian Seasoning Mix
• Sherry Wine
• 28 ounces (one 28-ounce can) crushed tomatoes OR approximately 2 pounds crushed fresh tomatoes
• Kosher Salt
• 1 bay leaf

How to Make Acadia S Marinara Sauce

1. In a 3-quart Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-low heat.
2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and sauté for 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened.
3. Add 2 cloves garlic, minced, and sauté for 1 minute more, stirring frequently.
4. Add 1 bell pepper (any color), sliced, and sauté for 4 minutes, stirring frequently.
5. Stir in 1/4 cup dry sherry and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
6. Add 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Mix well.
7. Transfer the mixture to a food processor or blender and blend until completely smooth.
8. Return the pureed mixture to the Dutch oven.
9. 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).
10. **If using fresh tomatoes:** Add 1 teaspoon of salt (or to taste).
11. Bring to a low boil, stirring frequently, then reduce heat to a simmer.
12. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes on low, stirring every 5 minutes.
13. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
14. Enjoy your delicious homemade marinara sauce!