Best Homemade Marinara Sauce Recipe – Simple, Authentic & Full of Flavor
This homemade marinara sauce is rich, robust, and made with just a few classic ingredients for an authentic Italian taste.
Simmered with tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and herbs, it’s the perfect base for pasta, pizza, or dipping.
Whether you’re cooking a quick weeknight dinner or prepping for a family feast, this easy marinara delivers fresh, homemade flavor every time.
Make marinara with cans of crushed tomatoes and tomato sauce easily with this yummy recipe.
Ingredients
- 15 oz. can tomato sauce
- 15 oz. can crushed tomatoes
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp white sugar to cut the acidity from the tomatoes
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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In a medium saucepan or skillet, whisk together the tomato sauce and crushed tomatoes. Turn heat on high while you add the other ingredients.
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Add the olive oil, minced garlic, onion powder, basil, oregano, thyme, and sugar.
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Once the sauce bubbles, reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10 minutes. Add salt or pepper to taste.
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Use homemade marinara sauce in your dinner and meal prep. Enjoy!
