To make marinara sauce, start by sautéing finely minced garlic and diced onion in olive oil over medium heat until soft and fragrant. Then add crushed canned tomatoes, salt, pepper, dried oregano, and optionally red pepper flakes. Simmer the mixture over low heat for 15 to 30 minutes until it thickens and the flavors meld together. Finish by stirring in fresh basil if desired and adjusting seasoning to taste. This simple process creates a rich, flavorful tomato sauce perfect for pasta, pizza, and more.
Here is a basic step-by-step guide:
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan.
- Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until soft.
- Add crushed canned tomatoes with juices.
- Season with salt, pepper, dried oregano, and optionally red pepper flakes.
- Simmer on low heat, partially covered, for 15 to 30 minutes.
- Stir in fresh basil before serving.
- Adjust seasoning as needed.
Marinara sauce can be stored in the fridge for up to a week or frozen for a few months.
