Authentic Italian Marinara Sauce

1. 1

   In large pan over medium heat saute chopped garlic and onion in olive oil until translucent.

2. 2

   Add cans of tomato.

3. 3

   Sprinkle on black pepper.

4. 4

   Add bay leaves.

5. 5

   Let sauce simmer for about 30 minutes to reduce and intensify flavors stirring occassionally.

6. 6

   Add basil and parsley and stir well.

7. 7

   Allow sauce to simmer at least another two hours (can simmer all day if desired)stirring occassionally.

8. 8

   After two hours taste sauce, if acidic or if you want more sweetness add 1/2 tsp baking powder (or sugar) to cut acidity. Only do this if necessary.

9. 9

   Pull out both bay leaves before serving/storing.

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    Sauce can be served over pasta now or stored in freezer or refridgerator. If adding in meat add at the begining when adding tomatos.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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