Nonna Conti's Marinara Recipe

Experience the magic of Nonna Conti's Marinara Sauce, a recipe straight from Nancy Verde Barr's captivating novel, "Last Bite." This authentic Italian marinara, inspired by Julia Child's executive chef, is a symphony of simple ingredients simmered to perfection. Easy to follow and bursting with flavor, it's the perfect sauce for your pasta, pizza, or as a dipping sauce for crusty bread.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 345 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Nonna Conti's Marinara

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How to Make Nonna Conti's Marinara

  1. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook gently for 2-3 minutes, or until fragrant and softened. Be careful not to brown the garlic.
  3. Stir in the paprika (or red pepper flakes) and cook for 15 seconds, stirring constantly.
  4. Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
  5. Reduce the heat to low, ensuring the sauce bubbles gently. Season with salt and chopped basil.
  6. Simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has slightly thickened and the flavors have melded. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Serve over your favorite pasta, pizza, or with crusty bread.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

56g

Fat

19g

Carbs

7g

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