Garlic Wine Marinara Sauce
Elevate your Italian-inspired dishes with this rich and flavorful Garlic Wine Marinara Sauce, a perfect blend of robust garlic, sweet onions, and tangy crushed tomatoes. Infused with a splash of dry white wine for a subtle depth of flavor, this sauce is further enhanced with aromatic dried herbs like oregano and basil, a hint of crushed red pepper for a gentle kick, and a touch of sugar to balance the acidity. Ready in just 40 minutes, this versatile sauce is ideal for pasta, pizza, or as a dipping companion for crusty bread. Garnish with fresh parsley for a stunning, restaurant-quality finish that's as easy to make as it is satisfying to eat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned)
- 0.5 cups dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and chopped onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onion is softened and translucent.
Deglaze the pan by pouring in the dry white wine, scraping the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to pick up any browned bits. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the wine reduces slightly.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
Sprinkle in the granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir to incorporate.
Lower the heat to a simmer and cover the saucepan. Cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed. If the sauce is too acidic, add a pinch more sugar.
Once the sauce has thickened to your liking, remove it from the heat.
Serve over your favorite pasta, use as a pizza sauce, or as a dipping sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
666 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.2 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2213 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.9 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.9 g | ||
| Protein | 14.3 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 247 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2398 mg | 51% | |
*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.
