Fresh Tomato Marinara Sauce |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 60 Minutes |
Ready In: 90 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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I get so many compliments on this recipe every time I make it. This is a slightly spicy yet sweet basil marinara sauce. I am vegan but occasionally I make a special pot for my husband who loves it when I add a ground link of Spicy Italian Sausage to simmer in the sauce and serve it with sausage on the side. Ingredients:
30 -35 roma tomatoes, sliced in half |
1/2 cup water |
1/2 cup fresh oregano |
1 cup fresh basil leaf, lightly chopped (i love a lot of basil. you may want to do a little less) |
1/2-1 cup sugar (to taste, i prefer it sweet too!) |
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (to taste) |
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (to taste) |
1/4 teaspoon salt (to taste) |
Directions:
1. Wash all ingredients very well. Start with tomatoes and water over low heat in medium pot. Slowly stir in each ingredient and continue cooking and stirring for about 1/2 hour to an hour (at least, the longer/the better). If you can, refrigerate and reheat. I don't know why, but it taste better.
2. Great Additions: Artichoke Hearts, mushrooms, chopped onion, etc are just a few great additions you can add to this recipe! I have tried all of these just based on what I have in the kitchen at the time, and it always comes out great!
3. Note: This recipe is so versatile. Serve over pasta, I prefer linguini), vegetables, or even toasted crostini bread with a bit of mozzeralla on top. It can also be served cold over sliced toasted Italian bread as a bruschetta - mmm.
4. Tip: I worked in a family owned Italian restaurant in high-school. They said to stir continually and never let the sauce boil. I try every time but have yet to succeed.
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