marinara sauce recipe

Here’s a simple marinara sauce recipe:

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the pan and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine.
4. Add the dried oregano, basil, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, pepper, and sugar (if using) to the sauce. Stir well to combine.
5. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Let the sauce simmer gently for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.
6. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed.
7. Once the sauce is ready, you can use it immediately or let it cool completely before storing it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

This marinara sauce is great for pasta, pizza, dipping, or any other dish where you’d use tomato sauce. Enjoy!