Jul 09 2026
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Marinara Sauce Recipe

Inspired by Rocco's Restaurant
Time1h
Serves4

Pint or Quart of Marinara Sauce.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Set aside.

Cooking

  1. 2

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  2. 3

    Add Tomatoes and Spices

    Pour in the canned whole tomatoes along with their juice. Crush the tomatoes with a spoon or potato masher. Stir in the dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, sugar, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 4

    Simmer the Sauce

    Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens and deepens in flavor.

  4. 5

    Finish with Fresh Basil

    Once the sauce has thickened, stir in the fresh basil leaves. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.

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