Homemade Roasted Garlic and Fresh Basil Marinara Sauce

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Homemade Roasted Garlic and Fresh Basil Marinara Sauce - a delicious, flavorful sauce for any Italian dish
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Prep

30 min

Cook

3 hours

Ready In

3 hours 30 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups fresh basil , washed and de-stemmed
3 tablespoons dried basil
2 fresh onions , chopped
3 tablespoons dried onion powder
6 fresh tomatoes
16 ounces 100 % tomato juice ( nothing added , just tomatoes )
6 garlic cloves
3 tablespoons dried oregano
3 tablespoons dried rosemary
2 tablespoons dried marjoram
2 tablespoons dried thyme
2 ounces red wine vinegar
8 ounces stewed tomatoes
8 ounces chicken stock
3 cups flour
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
cracked black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
251
Sugar
7g
Fat
16g
Homemade Roasted Garlic and Fresh Basil Marinara Sauce is a delicious and flavorful sauce that is perfect for any Italian dish. This sauce is packed with fresh ingredients like basil and tomatoes, which gives it a healthy twist. The roasted garlic adds a depth of flavor that can't be beat, while the red wine vinegar and chicken stock give it a tangy kick. Although this recipe takes a bit of time to prepare, it is definitely worth it in the end. This recipe makes a large batch, so it is perfect for feeding a crowd or for storing in the freezer for later use.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.Slice the garlic cloves and place them in a baking dish with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes until softened.
3.In a large pot, heat the remaining 4 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
4.Add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5-6 minutes.
5.Add in the fresh and dried basil, onion powder, oregano, rosemary, marjoram, thyme, and cracked black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
6.Dice the fresh tomatoes and add them to the pot, along with the stewed tomatoes, tomato juice, chicken stock, and red wine vinegar.
7.Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
8.Once the sauce has thickened, remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes.
9.Using an immersion blender, blend the sauce until smooth.
10.Serve hot over your favorite Italian dish.

PROS

This sauce is packed with flavor and is perfect for any Italian dish.

Using fresh ingredients like basil and tomatoes, it is a healthy option for your family.

CONS

This recipe can be time-consuming, as the sauce needs to simmer for several hours in order to thicken.

It also makes a large batch, so you’ll need to have enough freezer space to store any leftovers.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This sauce is packed with healthy ingredients like fresh basil, tomatoes, and garlic.
Tomatoes are high in vitamins A and C, fiber, and potassium, while garlic has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease.

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