Simple Marinara Sauce
The most delicious homemade Simple Marinara Sauce made with San Marzano tomatoes, garlic, shallots and herbs. This is a family favorite and one I KNOW you’ll make time and time again!
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 large shallot finely diced
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 2 (28 oz) can whole peeled San Marzano tomatoes, crush tomatoes with your hands or a spoon
- 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes or less if you don't like a little heat
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 2 tsp sugar optional
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté the shallots until softened and golden in color, about 6 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds then add in tomatoes, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper and sugar.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for about 45 minutes to an hour to really get the best flavor.
- Stir in fresh basil and the marinara is ready to serve!
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 69kcal | Carbohydrates: 11.2g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1.7g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Sodium: 175.9mg | Fiber: 3.5g | Sugar: 8.1g