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    The Yummy Bowl » Recipes » Sauces, Condiments, Dips

    Quick Marinara Sauce Recipe

    Oct 15, 2020 · Modified: Dec 31, 2022 by Julia | The Yummy Bowl · This post contains affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    This is an easy and quick Marinara Sauce from scratch with rich, bright tomato flavor which will be ready in less than 30 minutes.  It works best with pasta, lasagne, pizza, or simply a delicious dip. You decide! 

    You will never have to worry about what sauce to make for pasta anymore. I absolutely love how easy and healthy this sauce is - for sure better than jarred from the store!

    #homemademarinarasaucerecipe #quickmarinarasauce #homemadeeasymarinarasauce

    Make this ahead and it’s also freezer-friendly so you can always have Marinara Sauce at your fingertips!

    There is a skip-to-recipe button in the top left corner along with a clickable table of contents list (just below) that will quickly take you to the part you are more interested in. Enjoy!

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    • What is Marinara sauce?
    • How to make marinara sauce from scratch?
    • Quick Marinara Sauce Recipe

    We have a great collection of different sauces, condiments, and dips. In my opinion, homemade should mean: easy, healthy, and quick. And this Marinara recipe ticks all the boxes!

    What is Marinara sauce?

    This sauce is widely used and is a classic sauce in Italian-American cuisine, mainly used in pasta dishes, pizzas, and dips.

    Marinara sauce is a tomato sauce usually made with tomatoes, garlic, herbs, and onions. It can include the addition of capers, olives, spices, and a dash of wine as possible ingredients in its many variations.

    What ingredients you need to make a marinara sauce

    This is an easy and quick Marinara Sauce from scratch with rich, bright tomato flavor which will be ready in less than 30 minutes. It works best with pasta, lasagne, pizza, or simply a delicious dip. You decide! #homemademarinarasaucerecipe #quickmarinarasauce #homemadeeasymarinarasauce
    • olive oil
    • Italian spices
    • onion
    • garlic
    • salt 
    • ground black pepper
    • fresh basil, chopped
    • sugar
    • crushed tomatoes

    Using various sauces is an excellent way to amp up any bland-tasting dish. Over time I've shared with you my popular Enchilada Sauce, Mustard Sauce, and White Sauce. Check out our Condiments recipe list to get more inspired.

    How to make marinara sauce from scratch?

    • In a medium pan heat up oil, add onion, and cook until translucent. (4 minutes)
    • Add minced garlic, cook for 1 minute and follow with tomatoes, salt, pepper, spices, sugar.
    #homemademarinarasaucerecipe #quickmarinarasauce #homemadeeasymarinarasauce
    • Take the sauce to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes with the lid on. 
    • Stir in fresh basil and remove from heat.
    • The marinara sauce is ready to be served with pasta, lasagne, pizza or as a dip!
    This is an easy and quick Marinara Sauce from scratch with rich, bright tomato flavor which will be ready in less than 30 minutes.  It works best with pasta, lasagne, pizza, or simply a delicious dip. You decide!  #homemademarinarasaucerecipe #quickmarinarasauce #homemadeeasymarinarasauce

    How to store homemade marinara sauce

    Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days. Up to 2 months in the freezer.

    This recipe makes about 1 ½ cup of sauce.

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    Quick Marinara Sauce Recipe

    This is an easy and quick Marinara Sauce from scratch with rich, bright tomato flavor which will be ready in less than 30 minutes. It works best with pasta, lasagne, pizza, or simply a delicious dip. You decide!
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    Author: Julia | The Yummy Bowl
    Course: Sauce
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 16 minutes
    Total Time: 21 minutes
    Servings: 1 cup
    Calories: 227kcal

    INGREDIENTS

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • ½ teaspoon Italian spices
    • 1 onion medium, diced
    • 1 garlic clove minced
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • Pinch of ground black pepper
    • 2 tablespoon fresh basil chopped
    • ½ teaspoon sugar
    • 1 can of crushed tomatoes

    INSTRUCTIONS

    • In a medium pan heat up oil, add onion, and cook until translucent. (4 minutes)
    • Add garlic, cook for 1 minute and follow with tomatoes, salt, pepper, spices, sugar.
    • Take the sauce to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes with the lid on.
    • Stir in fresh basil and remove from heat.
    • The sauce is ready to be served with pasta, lasagne, pizza or as a dip!
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    NOTES

    • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days. Up to 2 months in the freezer.
    • This recipe makes about 1 ½ cup of sauce.

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    Nutrition Facts
    Quick Marinara Sauce Recipe
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 227
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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