A delicious and versatile marinara sauce that can be used for pasta, pizza, or as a base for other dishes. Simple ingredients and straightforward instructions make this a go-to recipe for any meal.
Preparation time
10min
Cooking time
35min
Ingredients
6 Servings
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 handful fresh basil leaves
- 4 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 800 grams whole peeled tomatoes
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the whole peeled tomatoes with their juice, breaking them up with a spoon.
Step 5
Stir in the sugar, dried oregano, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Step 6
Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 7
Add the torn basil leaves and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Step 8
Use an immersion blender to blend the sauce to your desired consistency, or leave it chunky if preferred.
Step 9
Adjust seasoning to taste and serve.