How to Make All-Purpose Marinara Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something truly magical about a good marinara sauce. Rich, tangy, and bursting with flavor, it's the perfect base for all kinds of Italian dishes, from classic spaghetti and meatballs to eggplant parmesan. And the best part? It's incredibly versatile, making it a staple in any home cook's repertoire. In this recipe, we'll show you how to make a simple, all-purpose marinara sauce that's sure to become a go-to in your kitchen.

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 bulb garlic, cloves separated, peeled, and sliced
  • 4 (28 ounce) cans whole tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
  • 4 (4 ounce) cans diced green chiles
  • 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
  • ½ cup capers
  • 1 cup pitted green olives, chopped
  • 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 cups portobello mushroom caps, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
  • 1 teaspoon habanero hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon cumin

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 48
  • Yield: 6 quarts

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, and cook the garlic until lightly browned. Drain excess oil. Mix in the whole tomatoes, diced tomatoes, green chiles, tomato paste, capers, green olives, parsley, portobello mushroom caps, horseradish, habanero sauce, and sugar. Season with Italian seasoning, oregano, and cumin. Cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 25 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    41 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 401mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 41mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 253mg