Fresh Tomato Marinara Sauce Recipe

Name: Fresh Tomato Marinara Sauce
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 110 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 28 ounces fresh Roma tomatoes, peeled and chopped (about 8-10 medium); Water; Fresh Oregano; 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon sugar, optional; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, or to taste; 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 28 ounces crushed tomatoes; Sausage (optional, quantity not specified)

This vibrant, slightly spicy, and surprisingly sweet basil marinara sauce is a crowd-pleaser! Get ready for compliments galore. Perfect for pasta nights, pizza topping, or dipping crusty bread. This recipe is easily adaptable: enjoy it as a delicious vegan sauce or add a spicy Italian sausage link for a heartier, meat-lover's twist. The perfect blend of fresh tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a touch of heat will become your new go-to marinara!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 90 mins

Calories 190.3 kcal

Protein 9g

Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fresh Tomato Marinara Sauce

28 ounces fresh Roma tomatoes, peeled and chopped (about 8-10 medium)
Water
Fresh Oregano
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
1/2 teaspoon sugar, optional
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
28 ounces crushed tomatoes
Sausage (optional, quantity not specified)

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How to Make Fresh Tomato Marinara Sauce

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add chopped tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, basil, salt, pepper, sugar, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 60 minutes, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the richer the flavor.
If using sausage, brown the sausage in a separate pan before adding it to the sauce during the last 30 minutes of simmering. Alternatively, serve the sausage on the side.
Once cooked, taste and adjust seasoning as needed. You can use an immersion blender for a smoother sauce, or leave it chunky.
Serve hot over your favorite pasta, with pizza, or as a dipping sauce for bread.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

149g

Fat

Carbs

15g

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