Mom's Marinara Sauce Recipe

Name: Mom's Marinara Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 stalks celery with leaves; 2 carrots; 1 red onion; 1 head of minced garlic; 3 bay leaves; salt and pepper to taste; Favorite Italian Seasoning, 3 dry tablespoons; 2 cups reduced dry red wine; 5 pounds canned tomatoes (drain if whole, if using fresh remove skin and seeds, canned is so much easier); 1 large can tomato paste

Servings: persons

1
Puree celery, carrots and onion in food processor or blender
2
Cook over medium heat until liquid has evaported
3
add tomato paste and brown
4
add minced garlic to soften
5
add wine
6
add tomatoes (drain excess juice)
7
add bay leaves, Italian Seasoning and salt & pepper
8
lower heat to simmer and cover
9
cook for at least two hours, four is preferable, stir occassionaly
10
taste if you need to add salt or pinch of sugar (how sweet are your tomatoes)

455

kcal

Calories

101

Carbs

Protein

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 stalks celery with leaves, 2 carrots, 1 red onion, 1 head of minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Mom's Marinara Sauce Recipe 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!