Description
Marinara sauce is a timeless Italian classic that brings warmth and comfort to any meal. With its rich blend of San Marzano tomatoes, fresh garlic, and aromatic basil, this sauce is incredibly versatile. Perfect for pasta nights, as a pizza topping, or for dipping breadsticks, it’s easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. In less than 30 minutes, you can create a homemade marinara that will impress everyone—no culinary expertise required.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (28 oz each) San Marzano tomatoes
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, warm the olive oil until shimmering. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the San Marzano tomatoes along with their juices. Crush them gently with a spatula.
- Season with salt and pepper; let simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
- Stir in fresh basil just before serving.
- Serve over pasta or as a dip with breadsticks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg