Marinara Sauce (Quick)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Quick and Easy Marinara Sauce Recipe

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

132

Sugar

Fat

10g

This quick and easy marinara sauce recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you need a simple and delicious meal. Made with just a few ingredients, this sauce is full of flavor and is a great accompaniment to your favorite pasta dishes. The rich, tomato-based sauce has a slightly sweet taste and is perfect for those who want a classic Italian-style sauce without spending hours in the kitchen. This recipe is suitable for both vegetarians and vegans and can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free pasta.

Instructions

1.	Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
2.	Add the whole San Marzano tomatoes to the pan and stir well.
3.	Add the dried basil, marjoram, salt, and pepper to the pan and stir well.
4.	Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5.	Remove the pan from the heat and let the sauce cool for a few minutes.
6.	Blend the sauce in a blender until it is smooth.

PROS

This recipe is quick and easy to make, using only a few ingredients.

The sauce has a rich and delicious taste that complements a variety of pasta dishes.

This is a great sauce to make ahead of time and store in the fridge or freezer.

CONS

This recipe uses canned tomatoes instead of fresh, which may not be as flavorful.

This recipe does not include any additional vegetables or herbs, which can add extra nutrition and flavor to the sauce.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This sauce is made with olive oil, which is a healthy source of monounsaturated fats.
San Marzano tomatoes are an excellent source of vitamins A and C, as well as potassium and fiber.
This sauce is also low in sugar and can be a healthy addition to a balanced diet.

	4 garlic cloves ( chopped )
	3 tablespoons olive oil
	3 cans whole san marzano tomatoes
	1/4 cup dried sweet basil leaves
	1 tablespoon marjoram
	2 teaspoons salt
	1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper