Ingredients for Spicy Sweet Marinara Sauce
- Whole Tomato
- Tomato Sauce
- 1 medium onion
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Italian Spices
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 (28-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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How to Make Spicy Sweet Marinara Sauce
- Sauté 1 medium onion, chopped, and 4 cloves garlic, minced, in 2 tablespoons olive oil until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add 2 (28-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes, breaking them up with a spoon into smaller chunks.
- Let the tomato liquid simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly reduced.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon sugar, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/4 teaspoon dried basil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 to 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to your spice preference). Simmer on low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more sugar for sweetness, red pepper flakes for heat, salt for saltiness, or herbs for a more herbaceous flavor.
- This sauce can be doubled and frozen for later use. Let cool completely before freezing in airtight containers.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
37 g
Sugar
104g
Fat
2g
Carbs
11g
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