Marinara Sauce (12 Oz) Recipe

Time40m

Serves4

Make Marinara Sauce (12 Oz) Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Vegetables
Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic. Set aside.
2
Crush the Tomatoes
Open the can of whole tomatoes and crush them with your hands or a fork in a bowl. Set aside.

3
Sauté Onion and Garlic
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
4
Add Garlic
Add the minced garlic to the saucepan and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
5
Combine Ingredients
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Mix everything well.
6
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook uncovered for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.