Description
Marinara sauce homemade is a timeless Italian classic that effortlessly transforms any meal into a comforting feast. With its rich flavors from ripe Roma tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fragrant herbs, this versatile sauce perfectly complements pasta, pizza, or serves as a delightful dipping sauce. Quick to prepare with simple ingredients, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Elevate your culinary experience and impress family and friends with this delicious homemade marinara sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs fresh Roma tomatoes, chopped
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add onions and sauté until soft (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add chopped tomatoes to the pan and mix well with onions and garlic.
- Season with salt, pepper, and oregano. Let simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender or regular blender to purée the mixture until smooth.
- Stir in fresh basil just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (120g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg