Ingredients for Winter's Famous Chunky Marinara
- Olive Oil
- Garlic Cloves
- Onion
- Oregano
- Sweet Basil
- Tarragon
- Thyme
- Sage
- Dried Parsley
- Savory
- Salt And Pepper
- Tomato Paste
- 15 ounces tomato sauce
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- Italian Style Stewed Tomatoes
- Bell Pepper
- Black Olives
- Zucchini
- Baking Soda
- Red Wine
- Sweet Italian Sausage
- 2 celery stalks (chopped)
- Parmesan Cheese
- Carrot
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How to Make Winter's Famous Chunky Marinara
- Brown 1 lb Italian sausage (removed from casings) in a large skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through. Remove sausage and set aside, reserving 2 tablespoons of rendered fat in the skillet.
- Add 1 large onion (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), 2 celery stalks (chopped), and 1 cup carrots (chopped) to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in 6 cloves garlic (minced) and cook for 1 minute more.
- Add 28 ounces crushed tomatoes, 15 ounces tomato sauce, 6 ounces tomato paste, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to the skillet.
- Bring to a simmer, then transfer the mixture to a 6-quart slow cooker.
- Add the cooked sausage to the slow cooker.
- Cook on high for 2 hours, then reduce to low and simmer for at least 6-8 hours or overnight for the richest flavor.
- Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve over your favorite pasta, such as spaghetti or braciole.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
62 g
Sugar
52g
Fat
12g
Carbs
8g