Quick Marinara Sauce (How to Boil Water)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 13

Quick and Easy Marinara Sauce for Any Pasta Dish

Quick Marinara Sauce (How to Boil Water)

by The Chefin Italian

Prep

5 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
	1/4 medium onion , diced ( about 3 tablespoons )
	4 garlic cloves , sliced
	3 cans canned tomatoes , peeled , roughly chopped
	3 sprigs fresh thyme
	1 bunch fresh basil leaf , chopped
	2 teaspoons kosher salt
	fresh ground black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

177

Sugar

Fat

14g

Marinara sauce is a classic Italian sauce made from tomatoes, garlic, and herbs. It is a versatile sauce that is commonly paired with pasta dishes, but can also be used as a pizza sauce or as a dipping sauce for garlic bread. This recipe for quick marinara sauce is perfect for busy weeknights when you don't have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen. The sauce can be made in under 30 minutes and requires just a few simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.

Instructions

1.	Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2.	Once hot, add the onion and garlic and saute for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant.
3.	Pour in the canned tomatoes and add the thyme sprigs, chopped basil, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
4.	Bring the sauce to a boil and then reduce to a simmer.
5.	Simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens.
6.	Remove the thyme sprigs from the sauce and taste for seasoning. Adjust as necessary.

PROS

This recipe produces a flavorful and authentic Italian marinara sauce that will elevate any pasta dish.

The quick cooking time makes it a great choice for busy weeknights.

CONS

Canned tomatoes can sometimes have a metallic taste, so be sure to choose high-quality tomatoes for the best flavor.

This recipe calls for quite a bit of olive oil, which can make the sauce quite rich.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are high in vitamin C and are a good source of lycopene, an antioxidant that has been linked to a reduced risk of heart disease and some types of cancer. Olive oil is high in healthy monounsaturated fats and has been linked to a reduced risk of heart disease.