Jul 14 2026
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Spaghetti Marinara Sauce (no Meat) Recipe

Inspired by Bruno's Little Italy
Time45m
Serves4

Make Spaghetti Marinara Sauce (no Meat) Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Sauce Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Begin by finely chopping the onion, carrot, and celery. Mince the garlic and set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

  3. 3

    Add Garlic

    Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

  4. 4

    Incorporate Tomatoes and Seasonings

    Pour in the crushed tomatoes and add the dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.

  5. 5

    Simmer the Sauce

    Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  6. 6

    Finish with Fresh Herbs

    Once the sauce has thickened slightly, remove it from the heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley and basil.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Serve over cooked spaghetti or your favorite pasta. Enjoy!

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