Use this Easy Marinara Sauce recipe in all your Italian-inspired meals. Made with tomato puree and lots of flavorful spices, this marinara sauce is easy to make and so delicious, you’ll never buy the jarred stuff again!
There’s nothing like homemade marinara sauce! It’s so fresh and flavorful, and I can season it just how I like it. I used to think it was something that took a long time to make, so I never even attempted it on my own. But using tomato puree as a shortcut instead of fresh tomatoes means this smooth sauce is ready to eat in just over half an hour!
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This recipe is great for canning, if you’re into that. I’ve never done it, so be sure to follow specific canning instructions if you do! As written, this recipe makes about 4 cups, so if you double or triple the batch, you can store whatever you’re not going to use right away in your pantry for later. Sure, a jar at the grocery store only costs a few dollars, but with prices constantly rising, anything I can do to save money is worth it!
Ingredients for Marinara Sauce
Many of these items are pantry staples, so that makes this simple marinara sauce even easier to make. Here’s what’s on my shopping list:
- Olive oil
- Onion, finely minced
- Fresh garlic cloves, minced
- Tomato puree, canned – I LOVE using San Marzano style tomatoes in this recipe
- Tomato paste, canned
- Apple cider vinegar
- Freshly chopped basil
- Sugar
- Oregano (dried)
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
I have a more detailed recipe, including ingredient amounts, in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post, so make sure to check it out!
How to Make Easy Marinara Sauce
I start out by chopping up my onion and garlic. I like both to be very finely minced for this recipe. Once that’s done, I heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the onion and garlic to cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
Next, I add the tomato puree, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, sugar, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet and stir it all until well combined.
I reduce the stovetop to low heat and let the sauce simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. It will thicken as it cooks. You can cook it longer for a greater depth of flavor, too.
FAQs
Should I use dried or fresh herbs in this marinara sauce?
I prefer fresh basil, but dried oregano, as it is stronger when dried. If you want to use fresh ingredients, use 1 tablespoon per teaspoon called for in the recipe (and vice versa for dried).
How do I store Easy Marinara Sauce?
I let it cool completely, then store it in an airtight container in the fridge. IT will stay fresh for 3-7 days, though it tastes best within 3-4 days.
Can I freeze this homemade Marinara Sauce recipe?
Yes, you can! Freeze it in a flattened freezer bag for up to 6 months. You can thaw it overnight in the fridge before reheating, or just reheat it from frozen in a saucepan.
What are some recipes that use Easy Marinara Sauce?
This marinara recipe is great with a simple plate of pasta for an easy, tasty meal.
- Use it in stuffed shell recipes. I have several on the blog that are so good!
- These lightly crispy Baked Ravioli are perfect as an entree or appetizer served with marinara as a dipping sauce.
- Parmesan Bread Bites are a great appetizer dipped in your favorite marinara sauce. They’re easy to make from my pizza dough recipe, are basted with a healthy dose of garlic butter, and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese.
- This Pepperoni Bread with easy homemade pizza dough, pepperoni, and provolone cheese makes one heck of an easy and delicious appetizer. Dunk it in marinara sauce for extra deliciousness!
More Homemade Pasta Sauce Recipes
Learn how to make the best homemade spaghetti Meat Sauce recipe! Made with ground beef, tomatoes, and herbs, this one-pot spaghetti sauce recipe is perfect for everything from pasta to lasagna. Pair it with a loaf of homemade Italian bread, and you’ll be good to go!
This Homemade Pizza Sauce is a rich tomato sauce with a touch of sweetness, combined with the great flavors of basil, garlic, and oregano. It’s the perfect base for those pizza toppings!
Turn a simple bowl of fettuccine into a feast with homemade Roasted Garlic Alfredo Sauce! Creamy, garlicky, and full of cheesy Parmesan, this sauce is so easy to make and tastes like it came straight from your favorite Italian restaurant.
If you try my Easy Marinara Sauce, let me know how it turns out for you!
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Easy Marinara Sauce
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup finely minced onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 28 ounces tomato puree
- 6 ounces tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped basil
- 1? teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the 4 tablespoons olive oil. Add the minced onion, 2 cloves minced garlic and cook until fragrant and slightly soft, about 2 minutes.
- Add the 28 ounces tomato puree, 6 ounces tomato paste, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon sugar, 2 fresh basil, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
- Reduce to a simmer, and cook for 30 minutes to thicken, stirring occasionally.
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