Hearty Homemade Marinara Sauce
Hearty Marinara Sauce is easily made in 30 minutes. It takes just a few simple ingredients and is the perfect addition to your Italian dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 6 cloves Garlic, minced
- 56 ounces Crushed tomatoes , 2, 28 ounce cans; I prefer San Marzano tomatoes
- 2 Bay leaves
- 2 Tablespoons Italian Seasoning blend
- 1 Tablespoon All Purpose Seasoning blend
- ¼ cup Grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large pot.
- Add onions and sauté for 5 minutes or until translucent.
- Add garlic to pot and cook for 1 minute.
- Add crushed tomatoes, bay leaves, Italian Seasoning Blend and All Purpose Seasoning; stir to combine.
- Bring to a bubbling simmer then turn the heat down to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add grated parmesan cheese; stir to combine.
- Serve immediate or freeze for later.
Christina's Notes
- Add Fresh Herbs: Such as Fresh Basil, Oregano or Parsley.
- Smooth Sauce: Immersion Blender can make a smooth sauce.
- Variation tip: Protein, add ground beef, shredded chicken or seafood to the sauce.
- Alternate ingredient: Add Vegetables like: Carrots, celery, mushrooms, spinach or other vegetables.
- Cheese: Vary your cheese by adding different varieties such as asiago, pecorino and provolone.
MY NOTES
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