Chunky Marinara Sauce

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1

Chunky Marinara Sauce perfect for pasta lovers

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

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Chunky Marinara Sauce is an Italian classic and a staple for many pasta dishes. Perfectly cooked pasta coated in a thick, rich, and savory tomato sauce is comfort food at its finest. This recipe uses whole food ingredients to make a homemade sauce that’s healthier and tastier than the store-bought alternatives. With the addition of onion, garlic, and oregano, this sauce is packed with flavor and is sure to become a favorite in your household.

Instructions

1.	In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2.	Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pan, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
3.	Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, white sugar, dried oregano, and salt to the pan, stirring to combine.
4.	Reduce heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5.	Once the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded together, remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving over your favorite pasta.

PROS

This chunky marinara sauce is quick and easy to make, and tastes great when paired with pasta.

It’s also a healthier alternative to jarred pasta sauce, as it’s made with whole food ingredients and has no added preservatives.

CONS

This recipe is heavy on the tomato flavor, which may not be everyone’s preference.

It also requires a fair amount of prep work, as the onion and garlic must be chopped and cooked before adding to the saucepan.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are a great source of vitamins C and K, potassium, and dietary fiber.
The lycopene in tomatoes has been linked to reducing inflammation and improving heart health.

	1 tablespoon olive oil
	1 onion , chopped
	1 clove garlic , chopped
	1 can peeled and diced tomatoes
	1 can tomato sauce
	1 teaspoon white sugar
	1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
	1/4 teaspoon salt