Classic Marinara Pasta Sauce
Transform your pasta night with this Classic Marinara Sauce recipe, a timeless Italian favorite bursting with vibrant flavors. Featuring a rich blend of olive oil, sautéed onions, and garlic, this homemade sauce is elevated by the savory combination of canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and fragrant dried herbs like oregano and basil. A hint of sugar balances the acidity of the tomatoes, while crushed red pepper flakes add a subtle kick. Simmered to perfection in just 30 minutes, this versatile sauce is finished with fresh basil for a fragrant, garden-fresh touch. Whether paired with spaghetti, penne, or used as a base for your favorite Italian dishes, this easy marinara recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Quick, comforting, and packed with authentic flavors, it’s destined to become a staple in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 4 Garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes (canned)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, torn
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, stirring to combine with the onion and garlic.
Mix in the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, sugar, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
Allow the sauce to simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it slightly thickens.
Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and ground black pepper if needed.
Stir in the fresh basil leaves and cook for another minute or until wilted.
Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool slightly before serving over your favorite pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
576 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.0 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2954 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.8 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.4 g | ||
| Protein | 14.2 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 246 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 2258 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
