Best Marinara Sauce Yet

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 can (28 oz / 800g) crushed tomatoes (San Marzano if possible)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp sugar (cuts acidity)
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp dried basil
• 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
• Black pepper to taste
• Fresh basil (optional, for finish)

Instructions:

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

Add onion → cook 4-5 min until soft.

Add garlic → cook 1 min until fragrant.

Stir in tomato paste → cook 1-2 min (deepens flavor).

Pour in crushed tomatoes.

Add sugar, oregano, basil, chili flakes, and pepper.

Simmer uncovered 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

Taste & adjust seasoning.

Stir in fresh basil at the end if using.

Tips for extra flavor:

→ Add a splash of red wine after the tomato paste.

→ Stir in a knob of butter at the end for richness.

→ Blend smooth or leave it chunky — your choice!

Perfect for:

Pasta

Pizza

Meatballs

Lasagna

Dipping breadsticks

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