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Hi Guys! Today we have what we think is our best ever, marinara sauce! It’s so simple and delicious and only requires a few ingredients. 

We also use marjoram in our sauce, instead of the typical oregano. I love the scent and flavor of marjoram and I like to call it the cousin of oregano. It has a mild, sweet pine and citrus flavor, that doesn’t overpower the tomatoes. This marinara sauce is so simple to make and you can seriously pour this stuff on anything! I love using it in my lasagnas, as a base for a complex red sauce and even as a dipping sauce for garlic bread, fried ravioli and more! Stay tuned to see what we decide to do with this yummy marinara sauce, this Friday! Enjoy! xx, Jenny

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A pot of marinara sauce next to a coated wooden spoon and blue gingham linen.

Marinara Sauce

RECIPE BY Teri & Jenny
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5 from 1 vote
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 1 hr
Servings: 1

  INGREDIENTS  

  • 2 ½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 5 garlic cloves, chopped
  • ¾ cup red wine full flavored, fruity/smoky red wine of your choice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh minced marjoram
  • 1 tablespoon fresh minced thyme
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • salt and pepper to taste

  INSTRUCTIONS  

  • Pour oil into a medium pot and place over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 8 to 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add garlic and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Deglaze the pan with wine and simmer until the liquid has reduced by ½.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients and lower heat to medium-low. Simmer sauce for 30 minutes and adjust seasonings.
  • Pour sauce into a blender and blend until smooth. Pour sauce back into the pot and simmer for 5 minutes. Serve or can until ready to use.

  NOTES  

  • *Makes 3 to 4 cups
Calories: 536kcal Carbohydrates: 22g Protein: 3g Fat: 35g Saturated Fat: 5g Sodium: 17mg Potassium: 492mg Fiber: 3g Sugar: 6g Vitamin A: 333IU Vitamin C: 24mg Calcium: 95mg Iron: 3mg

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About Jenny Park

Jenny Park is half of Spoon Fork Bacon. She is also a food stylist and recipe developer. One of her favorite foods is donuts. #sfbJENNY

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  1. Cheryl O'Donnell

    Hi Jenny, love all the clear info you created! Can you tell me how long do I can the marinara sauce for?

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    • Jenny Park

      Hi! With the water bath method, it should take about 45 minutes!

      Reply

  2. Amy Glessner

    I am new to your blog (and loving it). Could I use an immersion blender?

    Reply

    • Jenny Park

      Absolutely!

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