Marinara Migliore Italian Marinara Sauce
Elevate your Italian cooking with this timeless recipe for Marinara Migliore Italian Marinara Sauce. Made with authentic San Marzano tomatoes, aromatic fresh basil, and a touch of olive oil, this rich and rustic sauce captures the heart of traditional Italian cuisine. A slow simmer of garlic, onions, and herbs creates deep, layered flavors that perfectly balance sweetness and acidity. Customize the sauce with a hint of crushed red pepper for a subtle kick or finish it smooth or chunky, depending on your preference. Ready in under an hour, this homemade marinara is perfect for pairing with pasta, serving as a pizza base, or using as a flavorful dipping sauce. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen novice, Marinara Migliore is your go-to recipe for authentic, restaurant-quality Italian sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 Garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces Canned whole peeled San Marzano tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 5 Fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional, for balancing acidity)
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup Water
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, being careful not to let it burn.
Pour in the canned San Marzano tomatoes along with their juices. Use a wooden spoon or potato masher to gently break up the whole tomatoes into smaller pieces.
Add the tomato paste, fresh basil leaves, dried oregano, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), kosher salt, sugar (if using), and freshly ground black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Pour in the water to loosen the sauce slightly, ensuring a perfect consistency.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce cook uncovered for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or sugar, as needed.
Remove the basil leaves before serving. Optionally, use an immersion blender for a smoother texture, or leave it chunky for a rustic style.
Serve the Marinara Migliore sauce over your favorite pasta, as a pizza base, or alongside garlic bread as a dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
568 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.8 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 687 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.6 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.6 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.8 g | ||
| Protein | 18.4 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 469 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 2707 mg | 58% | |
*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.
