Jul 14 2026

Marinara Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Choose ziti or spaghetti with our delicious house-made Marinara sauce.

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Ingredients

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Marinara Sauce

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Heat the Oil

    In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Garlic

    Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add Tomatoes and Seasonings

    Pour in the crushed tomatoes, then add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir well to combine.

  4. 4

    Simmer the Sauce

    Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  5. 5

    Taste and Adjust Seasoning

    Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more salt, pepper, or sugar to balance the flavors.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve the marinara sauce over cooked ziti or spaghetti, and garnish with fresh chopped basil.