Ina Garten Marinara Sauce Recipe
If you enjoy simple Italian flavors, this Ina Garten Marinara Sauce Recipe is a must-try. It is rich, fresh, and full of tomato goodness.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cans whole peeled tomatoes crushed by hand
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves chopped
Instructions
Heat the Oil
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat until warm and shimmering.
Cook the Onion
- Add chopped onion and cook slowly until soft and translucent, stirring often.
Add Garlic
- Add minced garlic and cook for thirty seconds until fragrant, not browned.
Add Tomatoes
- Pour crushed tomatoes into the pan carefully and stir to combine.
Season the Sauce
- Add salt, black pepper, sugar, and red pepper flakes. Stir gently.
Simmer Slowly
- Reduce heat to low and let sauce simmer uncovered for thirty minutes.
Stir Occasionally
- Stir every few minutes to prevent sticking and help flavors blend evenly.
Add Basil
- Add fresh basil near the end of cooking for bright flavor.
Taste and Adjust
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
Notes
- Use good-quality canned tomatoes for best flavor.
- Simmer gently to avoid burning the sauce.
- Crush tomatoes by hand for better texture.
- Add basil at the end for fresh taste.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers.