Marinara Sauce_1

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Servings: 3 Difficulty: Beginner
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A quick, rustic Southern Italian tomato sauce perfect for pasta and fried foods
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Marinara Sauce_1

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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 3 Calories: 207.1

Description

This authentic Southern Italian marinara is a vibrant, quick-cooking tomato sauce that highlights the natural sweetness of plum tomatoes. Unlike slow-simmered sauces, this version is designed to be ready in under an hour, making it ideal for weeknight dinners. The flavor profile is bright and herbal, with a subtle garlic undertone that can be adjusted to your preference. It pairs beautifully with spaghetti, baked pastas, or as a dipping sauce for fried foods. Simple, versatile, and deeply flavorful, this sauce captures the essence of home-style Italian cooking.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a medium nonreactive skillet, heat the olive oil over moderately low heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until golden, about 4 minutes.
  3. Add the chopped tomatoes, salt, and pepper to the skillet.
  4. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened, about 30 minutes.
  5. Stir in the fresh basil just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 3

Amount Per Serving
Calories 207.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15.2g24%
Saturated Fat 2.1g11%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 8.5mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 16.5g6%
Dietary Fiber 1.1g5%
Sugars 0.5g
Protein 3.2g7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: marinara, sauce, tomato, italian, garlic, basil, olive oil, plum tomatoes, vegan, quick sauce, pasta sauce, homemade, rustic, southern italian, condiment
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