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Homemade Marinara from Curious Cuisiniere
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Basic Pomodoro Sauce (Homemade Marinara Sauce)

Call it Pomodoro Sauce or Marinara Sauce, our Homemade Pomodoro Sauce recipe is so easy, you won't be reaching for a jar any time soon!
Yield: 3 c of sauce
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 - 6 people
Calories: 50kcal
Author: Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • ½ onion, minced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced, or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 c crushed tomatoes or diced
  • 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
  • ¾ c water
  • 1 teaspoon basil
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, heat oil. Add minced onion and sauté over medium-high heat until soft, 3-5 min. Add the minced garlic, and saute 1 minute. 
  • Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered for 15 - 20 minutes, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.

Nutrition

Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 9.7g | Protein: 1.9g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 322mg | Fiber: 2.3g | Sugar: 5.9g