Another Tasty Marinara Sauce Recipe

Elevate your pasta dishes with this quick and easy marinara sauce! Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe uses fresh ingredients to create a vibrant and flavorful sauce perfect for lasagna, manicotti, or any of your favorite pasta creations. Say goodbye to store-bought jars and hello to homemade deliciousness!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 209.3 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 4.8 (18 Reviews)
Another Tasty Marinara Sauce

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Another Tasty Marinara Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Garlic Cloves
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 28 ounces (one 28-ounce can) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil

How to Make Another Tasty Marinara Sauce

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for 3 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Add 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1/2 cup chopped onion, and 28 ounces (one 28-ounce can) of crushed tomatoes to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.
  3. Add 1 bay leaf, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Remove the bay leaf. Garnish with 1/4 cup fresh basil before serving. Enjoy in your favorite pasta dish!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

12g

Carbs

3g