This homemade Hearty Marinara Sauce is so much better than store-bought. It's made with canned tomato and broth simmered with garlic, onion, and the perfect blend of spices. This sauce is quick, easy, versatile, and delicious!
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time20 minutesmins
Total Time30 minutesmins
Servings: 16
Calories: 56kcal
Ingredients
2tablespoonsolive oil
1onionfinely diced
6clovesgarlicpressed
29ouncesstewed tomatoes(2 cans)
28ouncescrushed tomatoes(1 large can)
2tablespoonstomato paste
1cupchicken broth
1/3cupchopped fresh parsley
1tablespoongranulated sugar
2teaspoondried oregano
1teaspoondried basil
2teaspoonsalt
1teaspoonground black pepper
Instructions
In a large pot or dutch oven, saute the onions over medium heat until translucent. Add the garlic and stir for 30-60 seconds.
Add the remaining ingredients and simmer covered, for 20-30 minutes, or up to 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
Use an immersion blender to blend the sauce together. If you prefer a chunky marinara sauce, you can just use a wooden spoon to break the larger tomatoes into pieces instead of using a blender.
Notes
Substitutions:
Broth - Beef broth or veggie broth will work in place of the chicken broth.
How to Store: To store leftovers, separate into meal-sized portions, then place in an airtight container and store:
in the refrigerator for 3-5 days
in the freezer up to 6 months
How to Freeze: Making this easy marinara sauce recipe into a freezer meal is simple! Follow the steps below and you can store this recipe in the freezer for up to 6 months.
Prepare the marinara sauce as instructed, simmer as long as you like, then cool completely.
Transfer to a freezer-safe container and store.
When you're ready to enjoy again, thaw the sauce overnight in the freezer, then warm and serve as desired.
How to Reheat: To enjoy leftovers, thaw in the fridge if frozen, then reheat on low on the stove until warmed through. How to Scale: This recipe yields 8 cups of marinara sauce. It can be easily doubled if you’re making a larger batch or halved for a smaller amount.