This quick marinara sauce is a delightful twist on the classic Italian staple, designed to elevate simple pasta nights into something special. By combining a high-quality spaghetti sauce base with fresh-sautéed onions and garlic, you create a rich, aromatic foundation. The addition of salty capers and juicy Kalamata olives introduces a wonderful briny contrast that cuts through the sweetness of the tomatoes, adding depth and complexity. ItâÂÂs a vegan-friendly, vegetarian delight that comes together in under thirty minutes. Perfect for tossing with spaghetti, coating gnocchi, or using as a dipping sauce for crusty bread, this recipe proves that you donâÂÂt need hours of simmering to achieve restaurant-quality flavor at home.
Quick Marinara Sauce
Description
This quick marinara sauce is a delightful twist on the classic Italian staple, designed to elevate simple pasta nights into something special. By combining a high-quality spaghetti sauce base with fresh-saut&# 195;©ed onions and garlic, you create a rich, aromatic foundation. The addition of salty capers and juicy Kalamata olives introduces a wonderful briny contrast that cuts through the sweetness of the tomatoes, adding depth and complexity. ItâÂÂs a vegan-friendly, vegetarian delight that comes together in under thirty minutes. Perfect for tossing with spaghetti, coating gnocchi, or using as a dipping sauce for crusty bread, this recipe proves that you donâÂÂt need hours of simmering to achieve restaurant-quality flavor at home.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan or skillet over medium heat.
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Add the diced onions to the pan and sauté for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
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Stir in the minced garlic cloves and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
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Pour in the 25 oz jar of spaghetti sauce and stir to combine with the onions and garlic.
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Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, reducing the heat to low.
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Stir in the capers and chopped Kalamata olives.
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Let the sauce simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
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Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 5
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 119.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 11.3g18%
- Saturated Fat 1.6g8%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 2.0mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 4.7g2%
- Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
- Sugars 2.1g
- Protein 0.6g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Serve warm over your favorite pasta, accompanied by a fresh salad and crusty bread.
Note: The original ingredient list was incomplete. You will also need a 25 oz jar of spaghetti sauce, capers, and Kalamata olives to complete this recipe as described in the directions.
