Marinara Simple Sauce

The most satisfying from-scratch Simple Marinara Sauce made with San Marzano tomatoes, garlic, shallots and herbs. This is a family favorite and one A cook KNOW you will make time and time again!

Everyone needs a GOOD from-scratch marinara sauce recipe in their cooking arsenal and A cook just know you guys will LOVE this. Rich tomato flavor, so much garlicky goodness and the best part is, this sauce is super EASY to make. All you need are a few simple ingredients, about 10 minutes of prep time and your stove top will take care of the rest! A cook like to let this sauce simmer for abo

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What goes in

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large shallot, finely diced
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 (28 ounces) can whole peeled San Marzano tomatoes, crush tomatoes with your hands or a spoon
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or less if you don’t like a little heat
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons sugar, optional
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil

How it comes together

1. In a saucepan over a moderate burner, drizzle olive oil and sauté the shallots until the pieces give and golden in color, about 6 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds then add in tomatoes, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper and sugar.
2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for about 45 minutes to an hour to really get the best flavor.
3. Stir in fresh basil and the marinara is ready to serve!