How To Make Pizza Marinara Sauce

Here is a step-by-step guide for making marinara sauce from scratch:

Here is a step-by-step guide for making marinara sauce:

What is Marinara Sauce? Marinara is the same thing as pasta sauce or spaghetti sauce. It is a tomato-based sauce made with tomatoes, onions, garlic, and herbs. It originated in Italy and is used in many Italian-American dishes like Chicken Parmesan or Spaghetti and Meatballs.

1. Ingredients:

• 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes;
• 2 tablespoons olive oil;
• 3-4 garlic cloves, minced;
• 1 teaspoon dried basil;
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano;
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar;
• Salt and pepper to taste.

2. Instructions:

• 1. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.

• 2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

• 3. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir well.
• 4. Add the dried basil, dried oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.

• 5. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking..

• 6. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning according to your preference. You can add more herbs or salt if desired.

• 7. Once the sauce has thickened slightly, remove it from the heat and let it cool before using it as a pizza topping.

This marinara sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week, or you can freeze it for future use. Enjoy your homemade marinara sauce on your delicious homemade pizza!