Best-Ever Restaurant-Style Marinara Sauce
This recipe yields a rich, flavorful marinara sauce that rivals even the best restaurants. With just a few simple ingredients and some patience, you can enjoy restaurant-quality marinara in the comfort of your own kitchen.
Ingredients
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 small, finely chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 whole bay leaves
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper. Add bay leaves and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer, uncovered, for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Remove bay leaves before serving.
Nutrition Information
- Calories: 300
- Protein: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fat: 10g
- Fiber: 5g
Cooking Tips
- For a smoother sauce, you can blend the mixture with an immersion blender or carefully transfer it to a regular blender.
- This sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or frozen for up to 3 months.
With its deep, rich flavors, this marinara sauce will become your go-to recipe for all your Italian-inspired dishes. Enjoy!
