QUICK MARINARA SAUCE RECIPE - (4.5/5)

Quick Marinara Sauce Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by Foodiewife

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes (buy San Marzano if possible)
1 teaspoon oregano, dried*
1 teaspoons basil, dried* or 1 Tablespoon Italian Seasoning
1 whole bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

Over medium heat, heat oil in a large pot until hot. Add onion and garlic, sauté for 3 to 5 minutes until the onions begin to appear translucent. Add the tomatoes, stir to mingle the flavors. Add in the herbs and bay leaves. Sprinkle in sugar, salt and pepper. Lower the heat and continue to simmer for 30 minutes, uncovered. Stir occasionally. Serving ideas: Add a ladle full of marinara sauce to a bowl of pasta and meatballs. Top with Parmesan cheese and basil. In a piece of halved french bread, add meatballs, sauce, Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Put under broiler to toast bread and melt cheese. Chicken Parmigiana: In an oven-proof dish, put a layer of marinara sauce. Add a layer of frozen breaded chicken tenders. Add another layer of sauce, followed by parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Top with chopped parsley. Put in the oven long enough to cook the chicken fingers appropriately, making sure not to burn the cheeses. Store in an air-tight container, or freeze for future use.