Jared Forman's Marinara Recipe
Make Jared Forman's Marinara 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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Base Ingredients
Herbs and Spices
Fresh Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Heat the Olive Oil
In a large saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- 2
Sauté Garlic
Add 4 minced garlic cloves to the hot oil and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Cooking the Sauce
- 3
- 4
Season the Sauce
Stir in 1 teaspoon each of dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix well.
- 5
Simmer
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Allow to simmer uncovered for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Finishing Touches
- 6
Add Fresh Ingredients
Once the sauce has thickened, stir in 0.5 cups of chopped fresh basil and 0.5 cups of grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until well combined.
- 7
Taste and Adjust Seasoning
Taste the marinara sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.
- 8
Serve
Serve the marinara sauce hot over your favorite pasta, or use it as a base for pizzas or other dishes.