Marinara Recipe
Tomato Sauce, Onions, Parmesan Cheese, Herbs & Spices.
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Ingredients
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Sauce Base
Herbs & Spices
Finishing Touch
Method
Prepare the Sauce Base
- 1
- 2
- 3
Add the Garlic
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4
Add the Tomatoes
Pour in the canned whole tomatoes, and crush them gently with a spoon to break them up.
Season the Sauce
- 5
Add the Herbs and Spices
Stir in the dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 6
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the sauce to a simmer and reduce the heat to low. Let it cook uncovered for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
Finishing Touch
- 7
Add Parmesan Cheese
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and fully incorporated.
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with freshly chopped basil and serve warm.
