Marinara Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Tomatoes

   In a blender or food processor, puree the fresh whole plum tomatoes until smooth. Set aside.

2. 2

   Sauté Garlic

   In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

3. 3

   Add Tomato Purée

   Pour the pureed tomatoes into the saucepan and stir well to combine with the garlic.

4. 4

   Season the Sauce

   Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the tomato mixture. Stir to combine.

5. 5

   Simmer

   Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

6. 6

   Finish with Fresh Basil

   Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the fresh chopped basil. Adjust seasoning to taste.