How to Make Simple Marinara Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Marinara sauce is a staple in Italian cooking, providing a rich and flavorful base for pasta dishes, pizzas, and a variety of other delicious recipes. Its simplicity and versatility make it a popular choice for home cooks and professional chefs alike. In this recipe, we will guide you through the steps to create a simple, yet delicious marinara sauce that will elevate your favorite dishes to a whole new level.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree
  • 2 ½ tablespoons dried oregano
  • 2 ½ tablespoons dried parsley
  • ¼ cup grated Romano cheese
  • ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Saute garlic until aromatic and tender. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato puree, oregano, parsley, Romano cheese, Parmesan cheese, bay leaves and onion powder. Reduce heat to low and simmer for at least 40 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    135 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 7mg
    • Sodium: 619mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 159mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 772mg