🍅 Classic Marinara Sauce (Bright, Herby, and Homemade Always Wins)

Description

This classic marinara is the soul of Italian cooking — no shortcuts, just simmered tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and basil. It’s light, fragrant, and perfect on pasta, pizza, or just a slice of rustic bread.

Ingredients

• 🍅 800 g canned whole peeled tomatoes (28 oz)
• 🧄 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 🫒 30 ml extra virgin olive oil (2 tbsp)
• 🌿 5–6 fresh basil leaves
• 🧂 Salt to taste
• 🌶️ Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
• 🍬 Optional: 2 g sugar (½ tsp) if tomatoes are too acidic

Preparation

1. 1️⃣ Sauté garlic: Heat olive oil in a saucepan. Add sliced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Sauté for 1–2 minutes, just until golden.
2. 2️⃣ Add tomatoes: Crush tomatoes by hand and add to the pan with their juice. Stir well.
3. 3️⃣ Simmer: Add basil and a pinch of salt. Simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
4. 4️⃣ Adjust: Taste and adjust salt or add sugar if needed. Remove basil before serving or blend in for richness.

Total Time

🛠️ Prep: 5 min
🔥 Cook: 30 min
🕒 Total: 35 min

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