Kicked Up Marinara Sauce

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 14
Kicked Up Marinara Sauce made with fresh tomatoes
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Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 cans plum tomatoes
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion
1/2 small bell pepper
1 stalk celery
1 carrot
1 cup mushroom
3 cloves garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon white sugar
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 bay leaf
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 pinch dried thyme
1/2 cup red wine
1 anchovy fillet , mashed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
160
Sugar
9g
Fat
9g
Kicked Up Marinara Sauce is a classic Italian sauce made with fresh tomatoes and a variety of vegetables and herbs. It is a versatile sauce that can be used as a base for pasta dishes, as a dipping sauce for bread, or as a topping for pizza. This version of the sauce is kicked up a notch with the addition of red wine and crushed red pepper flakes for a bit of heat. The sauce is hearty and satisfying, perfect for a cozy night in with friends and family.

Instructions

1.In a food processor, chop the onion, bell pepper, celery, carrot, mushroom and garlic.
2.Cut the tomatoes into small pieces and add to the chopped vegetables in the food processor. Pulse until the mixture is blended but chunky.
3.In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the vegetable mixture and cook until the vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes.
4.Add the salt, black pepper, sugar, red pepper flakes, bay leaf, oregano, basil and thyme to the pan and stir to combine.
5.Pour in the red wine and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the liquid has reduced by half, about 10 minutes.
6.Stir in the mashed anchovy fillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
7.Remove the bay leaf from the sauce and serve over your favorite pasta or as a dipping sauce for bread.

PROS

This sauce is hearty and flavorful, perfect for a comforting dinner at home.
The fresh vegetables and herbs provide a nutritious boost to your meal.

CONS

This sauce requires some prep work and cooking time, so it is not a quick fix for a busy weeknight.
The addition of the anchovy fillet may turn off those who are not a fan of seafood.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This sauce is packed with vegetables and spices, making it a great source of nutrients. The tomatoes are high in vitamin C and lycopene, which have been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and certain types of cancer. The garlic and herbs have anti-inflammatory properties which can benefit overall health.

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