The Sopranos Marinara Sauce
Bring the classic flavors of Italian-American cuisine to your table with The Sopranos Marinara Sauce, a rich and aromatic sauce perfect for pasta, pizza, and beyond. This recipe celebrates simplicity and authenticity, featuring golden sautéed onions, fragrant garlic, and the robust depth of San Marzano tomatoes. A touch of dried oregano and basil infuses each bite with herbaceous goodness, while a hint of sugar balances the acidity for a perfectly rounded flavor. Finished with fresh torn basil leaves, this sauce simmers to perfection in under an hour, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or weekend feasts. Whether you're dressing up spaghetti or crafting a homemade pizza masterpiece, this versatile marinara is a must-try for lovers of traditional Italian flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces canned whole San Marzano tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 4 leaves fresh basil leaves, torn
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepot over medium heat until shimmering.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes, being careful not to let it brown.
Using your hands or a blender, crush or puree the canned San Marzano tomatoes until slightly chunky. Add them to the pot.
Stir in the tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, and crushed red pepper flakes, if using.
Add the sugar, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir to combine.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or sugar if needed.
Stir in the torn fresh basil leaves right before serving to brighten the flavor.
Serve warm over your favorite pasta, use as a pizza sauce, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
607 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.8 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 684 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.9 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.5 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 156 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1919 mg | 41% | |
*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.
