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How to Make Marinara Sauce.
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5 from 16 votes

Homemade Marinara Sauce

Homemade marinara sauce is easy to make with 3 simple pantry staples like onions, tomatoes, and garlic. Use it for pasta, pizza, or dipping bread!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Yumna Jawad

Ingredients

  • 1 sweet onion small diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes

Instructions

  • In a small saucepan over low-medium heat, sweat the onions for about 4 minutes.
  • Add garlic, and cook until lightly golden brown, about 4 minutes.
  • Add crushed tomatoes and simmer on low for 15-20 minutes. Yields about 2 cups.
  • Serve over your favorite pasta or in other dishes.

Notes

My Top Tip: Don't rush cooking the onions. A slow heat makes a difference bringing out their sweetness and building a tastier, more flavorful base.
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.
Freezing: If you freeze, use within six months for best taste and texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 96kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 278mg | Potassium: 710mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 442IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 91mg | Iron: 3mg

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