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Fresh Tomato Basil Marinara Sauce Recipe


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  • Author: mohamed chakara

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped, about ¾ cup
  • 3 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 – 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • pinch of red pepper flakes
  • 8 – 10 basil leaves, either chopped or left on the stalk

Instructions

  • In a medium sized saucepan over medium heat, add the olive oil.
  • When the oil is heated and begins to shimmer, add the onion. Saute for 4 to 5 minutes or until the onions are translucent.
  • Add the garlic. Saute for 1 minute.
  • Add the tomatoes, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, ½ teaspoon pepper, a pinch of red pepper flakes, and the basil.
  • Stir to combine the ingredients.
  • Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Season to taste with kosher salt. I add up to 2 teaspoons of salt to the recipe.