MARINARA SAUCE RECIPE

MARINARA SAUCE

This classic marinara sauce inspired by my great uncle Garibaldi does not disappoint!

INGREDIENTS

• 1 onion
• 4 tsp olive oil
• 1 can tomatoes
• 1 can tomato sauce
• 1 tsp oregano
• A handful of fresh basil
• squeeze of lemon 🍋
• salt and pepper to taste

Be sure to use a quality brand of tomatoes 🍅 I use Mutti from Italy. It’s superb!

Method

1. Chop vegetables
2. Add olive oil to skillet
3. Saute basil quickly and remove with strained spoon
4. saute onions
5. Add garlic and cook until onions are transparent
6. Add tomatoes 🍅 chopping bigger pieces with your wooden spoon
7. Add tomato sauce
8. Add oregano
9. Add strained basil and lemon
10. Season to taste

I used the sauce for a lovely eggplant parmesan recipe with spinach 😋

See eggplant parmesan post for recipe.

As I always say- “You’re dish is only as good as your sauce” And this sauce is delicious 😋