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Easy Homemade Pasta: The Joy of Fresh Flavors at Home

Homemade marinara sauce with fresh ingredients for a guilt-free and versatile dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Sauce Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil rich, flavorful base
  • 1 medium Onion diced for sweetness
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced or pressed
  • 28 ounces Canned Tomatoes whole or crushed
  • 1 bunch Fresh Basil chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 to taste Pepper freshly cracked
  • 1 pinch Sugar optional, to balance acidity

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat for about 1 minute.
  2. Add 1 diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  3. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in 28 ounces of canned whole or crushed tomatoes and stir.
  5. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium heat for about 10-15 minutes.
  6. Add 1 teaspoon of salt, freshly cracked pepper, and optional sugar; stir well.
  7. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes until rich and aromatic.
  8. Stir in chopped basil leaves before serving.
  9. Ladle over cooked pasta and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use high-quality canned tomatoes for the best flavor. Experiment with seasonings to fit your taste.

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