Jul 14 2026
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Mushroom Sauce Recipe

Time50m
Serves4

Our from scratch Marinara Sauce topped with seasoned, sautéed mushrooms.

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Ingredients

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Marinara Sauce

Mushroom Topping

Method

Marinara Sauce Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Garlic

    In a medium saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  2. 2

    Add Tomatoes and Seasonings

    Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Bring to a simmer.

  3. 3

    Cook the Sauce

    Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Mushroom Topping Preparation

  1. 4

    Sauté the Mushrooms

    In a separate skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté until they are golden brown and have released their moisture, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 5

    Add Garlic and Season

    Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Assembly

  1. 6

    Combine

    Serve the marinara sauce in a bowl and top with the sautéed mushrooms. Enjoy!

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