Mary'S Savory Marinara Sauce Recipe

Name: Mary'S Savory Marinara Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (24 ounce) can tomato puree; 1 (24 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 1 (16 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes (seasoned with basil, garlic and oregano); 1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce; 3 cups hot water; 1 medium onion, diced; 4 garlic cloves, diced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 1/2 tablespoons dry oregano, divided; 1 1/2 tablespoons dry basil, divided; 1 1/2 tablespoons onion powder; 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 teaspoon sugar; 3 fresh basil leaves (larger is better); 3 meatballs (optional); 3 sweet Italian sausage links (optional)

Servings: persons

1 (24 ounce) can tomato puree
1 (24 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (16 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes (seasoned with basil, garlic and oregano)
1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
3 cups hot water
1 medium onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons dry oregano, divided
1 1/2 tablespoons dry basil, divided
1 1/2 tablespoons onion powder
1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon sugar
3 fresh basil leaves (larger is better)
3 meatballs (optional)
3 sweet Italian sausage links (optional)

1
Saute the garlic and onion in oil in a large pot over a medium heat until they are transparent but not browned. Add a 1/2 teaspoon each of dry oregano and basil to the onion and garlic while sauteing.
2
Once the onions and garlic are transparent, add all of the tomato products, the hot water, the rest of the dry herbs, and the fresh basil leaves to the pot and mix everything together well.
3
If you'd like, you can add meatballs and/or sweet Italian sausage to the sauce at this point.
4
Adjust the flame to a low heat and let the sauce cook for about 2 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
5
After the 2 1/2 hours, add the sugar and cook for another 45 minutes.
6
Serve over your favorite pasta and garnish with more basil leaves, if desired. Leftovers can be frozen and reheated on the stove later.

289

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* 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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (24 ounce) can tomato puree, 1 (24 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (16 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes (seasoned with basil, garlic and oregano), 1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce, and more.

Yes, Mary'S Savory Marinara Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!

Mary'S Savory Marinara Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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