Marinara Sauce from Cooking Light

Elevate your favorite Italian dishes with this deliciously simple Marinara Sauce from Cooking Light. Bursting with fresh flavors and ready in just 40 minutes, this homemade sauce combines the robust richness of whole canned tomatoes with the vibrant, aromatic essence of garlic, basil, and oregano. A subtle kick from crushed red pepper flakes adds a tantalizing depth, while a drizzle of olive oil ensures a silky texture. Perfect as a pasta sauce, pizza base, or dip, this versatile recipe comes together effortlessly with pantry staples, making it a go-to option for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Healthy, flavorful, and easy to customize, this marinara sauce is a must-have for any home cook’s repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 0.25 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 28 ounces canned whole peeled tomatoes
• 1 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoons dried oregano
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add the olive oil and warm it for about 1 minute.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes to the pan. Sauté for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 3

Add the canned whole peeled tomatoes, including their juices, to the pan. Use a wooden spoon or potato masher to break the tomatoes into smaller chunks.

Step 4

Stir in the kosher salt and dried oregano. Lower the heat to simmer and cook uncovered for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 6

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve warm over pasta, use as a pizza sauce, or store in the refrigerator for later use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	895.9 grams (895.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	485

Total Fat 29.80g	38%
Saturated Fat 4.40g	22%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1587mg	69%
Total Carbohydrate 52.50g	19%
Dietary Fiber 15.30g	55%
Total Sugars 33.10g
Protein 8.80g	18%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 226mg	17%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 1508mg	32%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.2%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 40.9%