Simmering Marinara with Brie

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 10

Simmering Marinara with Brie - A cheesy and flavorful pasta sauce

by The Chefin Pastaauce

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

415

Sugar

10g

Fat

30g

Simmering marinara with brie is a delicious pasta sauce that can be made in just under an hour. This recipe has a simple list of ingredients that create a rich and creamy texture. The addition of brie cheese gives the sauce an extra flavor profile that makes it stand out from your traditional marinara sauce. It's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or for impressing your dinner guests. Serve it over your favorite pasta for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.	Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
2.	Add in chopped roma tomatoes and basil. Stir to combine the ingredients.
3.	Bring the sauce to a low simmer, and cook uncovered for about 30-40 minutes, until the tomatoes have broken down and the sauce has thickened.
4.	Remove from heat and add in the chopped brie cheese. Stir until the cheese has melted and combined with the sauce.

PROS

This pasta sauce is packed with flavor and takes less than an hour to make.

The addition of brie cheese creates a rich and creamy texture that pairs perfectly with pasta.

CONS

This recipe uses quite a bit of cheese, making it high in fat and calories.

It may not be suitable for those who are lactose intolerant or have a dairy allergy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are a great source of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of cancer, heart disease, and stroke.
Basil is also packed with antioxidants and has antimicrobial properties that may aid in fighting off harmful bacteria and viruses.

	1 tablespoon olive oil
	6 cloves garlic , minced
	2 pounds roma ( plum ) tomatoes , chopped
	1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
	8 ounces Brie cheese