Farm Stand Marinara Sauce Recipe

Name: Farm Stand Marinara Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic, peeled; 1 small carrot, coarsely chopped; 1 small yellow onion, coarsely chopped; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1/3 cup dry red wine; 5 pounds ripe tomatoes, peeled and coarsely chopped, juices reserved, or 2 cans (28 ounces each) diced or crushed tomatoes, with their juice; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, or 2 teaspoons dried basil; 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, or 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, or 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon coarse or kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or 1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes; 1 to 2 teaspoons sugar (optional)

Servings: persons

2 cloves garlic, peeled
1 small carrot, coarsely chopped
1 small yellow onion, coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup dry red wine
5 pounds ripe tomatoes, peeled and coarsely chopped, juices reserved, or 2 cans (28 ounces each) diced or crushed tomatoes, with their juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, or 2 teaspoons dried basil
1 tablespoon fresh oregano, or 2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon coarse or kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or 1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
1 to 2 teaspoons sugar (optional)

1
Place the garlic and carrot in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
2
Add the onion and continue to pulse until minced, scraping the side of the bowl with a rubber spatula occasionally.
3
Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy pot over medium-low heat.
4
Add the onion mixture and cook, stirring frequently, until soft but not browned, about 11 minutes.
5
Add the wine and stir well, loosening any bits stuck to the bottom of the pot.
6
Bring to a simmer and cook until reduced slightly, about 3 minutes.
7
Add the tomatoes and their juices to the pot.
8
Add the basil, oregano, and thyme and let simmer gently until the flavors are concentrated, 35 to 45 minutes.
9
Add the salt and pepper.
10
Taste for sweetness and, if the sauce tastes too acidic, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of sugar.
11
If you are not planning on using the sauce immediately, let it cool to room temperature.
12
It can be refrigerated, covered, for up to 1 week or frozen for up to 3 months.

330

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cloves garlic, peeled, 1 small carrot, coarsely chopped, 1 small yellow onion, coarsely chopped, 3 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Farm Stand Marinara Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Farm Stand Marinara Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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