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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers.
- 2
- 3
Add Tomatoes
Pour in the canned whole tomatoes, including their juices. Use a wooden spoon to break the tomatoes into smaller pieces.
- 4
Season the Sauce
Stir in the salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and sugar. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- 5
Simmer
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will help the flavors meld together.
- 6
Add Fresh Basil
Once the sauce has thickened and flavors have developed, stir in the chopped fresh basil. Allow it to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- 7
Taste and Adjust
Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings as necessary. Add more salt, pepper, or sugar if desired.
- 8
Serve
Remove from heat and serve the marinara sauce warm over pasta, pizza, or as a dipping sauce.