Description
A rich and flavorful homemade marinara sauce that elevates any dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, and salt.
- Simmer the sauce for 20-30 minutes.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, let the sauce simmer longer.
- Adjust the seasoning to your preference, adding more herbs or spice if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Sauces
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg