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A pot of marinara sauce next to a coated wooden spoon and blue gingham linen.
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5 from 2 votes

Marinara Sauce

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Servings: 1
Calories: 536kcal
Author: Teri & Jenny

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

Nutrition

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