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Homemade Marinara Sauce Recipe

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This Homemade Marinara Sauce is a rich, flavorful Italian classic made from a blend of stewed and crushed tomatoes simmered with aromatic onions, garlic, fresh herbs, and spices. Perfect for pasta, pizza, or as a base for other dishes, it offers a comforting homemade taste with simple ingredients and straightforward steps.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Herbs

  • 1 onion (finely diced)
  • 6 cloves garlic (pressed)
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley

Tomato Ingredients

  • 29 ounces stewed tomatoes (2 cans)
  • 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (1 large can)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste

Liquids and Seasonings

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Sauté onions and garlic: In a large pot or dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely diced onions and cook them until they become translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Then, add the pressed garlic and stir for 30-60 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Add the remaining ingredients and simmer: Pour in the stewed tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, and all seasonings including parsley, sugar, oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together. Cover the pot and let the sauce simmer gently for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. For a deeper flavor, you can extend the simmer time up to 2 hours.
  3. Blend the sauce: Use an immersion blender to carefully blend the sauce until smooth, or leave it chunky if preferred by breaking up the larger tomato pieces with a wooden spoon. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

Notes

  • Simmering the sauce for longer (up to 2 hours) enhances the flavor and thickens the texture.
  • Use fresh herbs if available for a brighter taste, adjusting quantities accordingly.
  • For a vegetarian or vegan version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
  • The sugar helps balance the acidity of the tomatoes but can be omitted for a naturally tangier sauce.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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