Simple Marinara

Marinara is one of the easiest and most versatile sauces you can make. This can be used as a sauce for pasta or pizza. You can use it as a dip for your favorite bread or just eat it right out of the pot (it's just that good!) 





1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
1 Tbsp. olive oil
2 cloves garlic, peeled and finely chopped
2 28 oz. cans crushed tomatoes in puree, undrained
Pinch of salt, to taste


In a large pot over medium heat, add onions and olive oil. Saute until onions begin to soften and turn opaque, about 6 minutes, stirring often. When onions are softened, add in garlic. Stir constantly so the garlic does not burn (it will if you stop stirring!) When the garlic starts to brown lightly, about 1 minute, pour in the crushed tomatoes.

Lower heat to medium low. Stirring frequently, simmer marinara for 20 minutes. You are looking for most of the liquid to cook out of the sauce so that it is thick. The sauce should be reduced by about half . Season marinara to taste with a pinch of salt and serve.

Note: This recipe makes a chunky sauce. For a smoother sauce, you can run it through the blender or food processor after it cools and reheat before serving.