Easy Red Sauce for Pasta

reader reviews

“Wow, I never knew I could make marinara myself! This was so quick, easy, and economical, plus my family loved it even more than the stuff in the jar. I'm officially hooked!” -Stacey

key ingredients:

onion olive oil garlic salt whole canned tomatoes

about this recipe

quick easy make ahead

This easy red sauce for pasta can be made quickly and easily, and will elevate everything from spaghetti, meatballs, pizza and more! Plus it can be made ahead and stored or frozen, so you’ll have a fresh and flavorful sauce ready to go any time.

STEP 1:

Gather the ingredients.

STEP 2:

Squeeze the whole tomatoes into a bowl to a crushed consistency.

STEP 3:

Finely dice the onion.

STEP 4:

Saute diced onions with garlic and spices.

STEP 5:

Add crushed tomatoes and basil. Cook and serve or store.

This red sauce keeps well in the fridge for up to 3-4 days and freezes for up to 3 months.

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