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marinara sauce homemade – the best way to elevate your meals

marinara sauce homemade

Learn how to make marinara sauce from scratch, perfect for enhancing your favorite dishes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion and garlic, sauté until soft.
  3. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir.
  4. Add sugar, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
  5. Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Adjust seasoning as necessary and serve.

Notes

  • For a thicker sauce, simmer longer.
  • Add red pepper flakes for heat.

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