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Simple Pantry Marinara Sauce

A Simple Pantry Marinara Sauce that you'd think took hours. Minimal ingredients combine to create a pasta sauce that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Keyword marinara sauce, minimal ingredients, Pasta sauce, simple
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings

INGREDIENTS

  • 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, pressed
  • 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 15 oz tomato sauce
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 tsp oregano, dried
  • 1/2 tsp basil, dried
  • 1/2 tsp salt

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. In a medium saucepan, saute the onions in the olive oil until the onions are soft. Press in the garlic and let it cook for about 30 seconds or until fragrant.

  2. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and tomato sauce. Add in the spices and butter and stir everything together. Cover and let simmer for about 20 minutes.

  3. Serve over spaghetti or your favourite pasta. Garnish with parmesan and fresh basil if desired.