THE SOPRANOS' MARINARA SAUCE

The Sopranos' Marinara Sauce image

Provided by Heather3271

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 large garlic cloves, lightly smashed
1/2 cup olive oil
4 lbs plum tomatoes (very ripe, peeled, seeded, and chopped) or 2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes (Italian, drained)
salt
8 -10 fresh basil leaves, torn into pieces

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook the garlic in the olive oil over medium heat, pressing it occasionally with the back of a spoon, until golden (about 4 minutes).
Add the tomatoes and salt to taste.
Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring often, until the sauce is thick (15-20 minutes, depending on the tomatoes).
Stir in the basil leaves.
Serve over hot cooked spaghetti or other pasta.
Makes about 6 cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.4, Fat 18.6, SaturatedFat 2.6, Sodium 15.9, Carbohydrate 12.7, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 8, Protein 2.8