Simple Marinara

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   Heat olive oil to shimmering in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan. Add onion and saute until softened and translucent (4-5 mins).

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   Add garlic and saute for 30 seconds, stirring constantly to avoid burning.

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   Add diced tomatoes, oregano, and tomato sauce. Stir well. Simmer for at least 10 minutes (up to an hour over low heat). Season to taste with salt and pepper.

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   With a hand blender, blend the sauce to the desired consistency.

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   This makes enough sauce to fill a commercial sauce jar, plus about 2 servings.

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   VARIATIONS:

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   1) Add half a cup of red wine.

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   2) Add half a can of artichoke hearts, blended with some of the sauce.

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   3) Add Parmesan cheese.

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    4) Add 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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