MY MARINARA SAUCE

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This is what I use as a dipping sauce for my cheese nuggets and parmesan puffs. I also use it on pastas, chicken or about anything that calls for a red sauce. It freezes well.

Provided by Junebug

Categories     Sauces

Time 40m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
4 teaspoons olive oil
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons dried parsley
3 tablespoons wine (optional)
1/8-1/4 teaspoon red chili powder or 1/8-1/4 teaspoon dried ancho chile powder
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon paprika, smoked

Steps:

  • Puree tomatoes, with their juice and tomato sauce in a blender or processor.
  • Heat oil and saute garlic a few minutes. Do not brown.
  • Add all other ingredients and mix well.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes. (I usually let it simmer an hour if I have the time.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.9, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 1737.1, Carbohydrate 30.6, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 16.4, Protein 4.7

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