Tomato, Basil & Garlic Marinara
A thick, hearty and flavorful sauce with endless possibilities.
Ingredients
- 56 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 6 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1/4 cup fresh or dehydrated basil, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- a pinch of salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Combine 56 ounces of crushed tomatoes with 6 cloves of finely minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes and a big pinch of salt in a large skillet or pot and place it over medium heat
- Bring the sauce up to a simmer
- Simmer the sauce for 15 minutes, reducing the temperature to medium low if the sauce simmers too rapidly
- After 15 minutes, stir in 1/4 cup of basil and additional salt and black pepper, if necessary
- Simmer for another 2-3 minutes
- Transfer the marinara into an airtight container to store or use immediately