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Hassle-Free Marinara Sauce
This simple sauce brings classic Italian flavors to your kitchen without any fuss. With just a few ingredients and minimal effort, you’ll have a delicious, homemade marinara ready in no time.
FROM THE KITCHEN • Hassle-Free Marinara Sauce
01 THE RECIPE
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Follow these steps for a delicious result. Tick off each step as you go.
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Step 1
Start by heating some olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Once hot, add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and garlic. Cook everything together, stirring now and then, until the onion looks soft and translucent—this usually takes about 5 to 10 minutes. Next, sprinkle in the brown sugar, Italian seasoning, salt, oregano, basil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir everything well and let it cook for a minute or two until the sugar melts and you can really smell the spices.
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Step 2
Now, pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and a splash of white wine. Give it all a good stir and bring the mixture to a boil. Let it bubble away for about 10 minutes. After that, lower the heat and let the sauce simmer gently. Stir it every so often and let those flavors come together nicely for at least half an hour. Your sauce will be rich and ready to enjoy!
Why you’ll love it
This sauce is quick to make and uses simple ingredients you likely have on hand. It’s full of fresh tomato flavor and can be customized easily with herbs and spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or anytime you want a homemade touch without the fuss.
How to serve
This sauce pairs wonderfully with pasta, but it’s also great as a base for pizza or a dip for breadsticks. You can spoon it over grilled vegetables or use it to top baked chicken for a tasty meal.
Storage & leftovers
Let the sauce cool completely before storing it in an airtight container. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze well for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stove to preserve the fresh flavors.
