Best 4 Fresh Tomato Marinara Sauce Recipes
When it comes to cooking a hearty and delectable meal, few things can beat a classic tomato marinara sauce. Whether you're crafting a rich pasta dish, a savory pizza, or even a simple chicken parmesan, a flavorful and well-balanced marinara sauce serves as the cornerstone of many culinary creations. With its vibrant red hue, its tantalizing aroma, and its ability to elevate any dish, it's no wonder that this Italian staple has captured the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide. In this article, we will delve into the art of preparing the perfect fresh tomato marinara sauce, exploring the essential ingredients, techniques, and variations that will help you create a symphony of flavors that will leave a lasting impression on your taste buds.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
FRESH TOMATO MARINARA SAUCE
A rich, flavorful sauce that is healthy. Great for use in pasta, lasagna, and other casseroles. My favorite way to eat it is to pour over raw zucchini 'pasta' for an extra-fresh and tasty meal that's very healthy, too! A great recipe for using up extra-ripe tomatoes from your garden. Double the batch and freeze half; it freezes well.
Provided by KerriWarmus
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Tomato Marinara
Time 1h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a stockpot over medium heat. Cook and stir onion in hot oil until softened, about 5 minutes; add tomatoes, garlic, and bay leaf. Bring the liquid from the tomatoes to a boil, reduce to medium-low, and simmer mixture until tomatoes are softened, about 30 minutes.
- Stir red wine, honey, basil, oregano, marjoram, salt, black pepper, fennel seed, and crushed red pepper into the tomato mixture; bring again to a simmer and cook until herbs have flavored the sauce, about 30 minutes more.
- Stir balsamic vinegar into the sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 402.9 mg, Sugar 10.5 g
FRESH TOMATO MARINARA SAUCE
I had a lot of tomatoes this year and after trying other marinara sauces, I came up with this one. We like a little spicy. You can also use canned tomatoes for this recipe. Try this sauce with Recipe #23713--it's wonderful.
Provided by Potluck
Categories Sauces
Time 2h
Yield 4 20 oz containers
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Peel tomatoes and process smooth.
- Sauté garlic in large pot in olive oil.
- Add all other ingredients and simmer for 1 1/2 hours. Stir occasionally.
- This recipe is approx yield of 80 oz.
- If canning use canning salt otherwise this freezes nicely. I store in 20 oz containers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.6, Fat 15.5, SaturatedFat 2.2, Sodium 2556.4, Carbohydrate 55.4, Fiber 12.3, Sugar 37.9, Protein 10.8
SHRIMP IN FRESH TOMATO MARINARA SAUCE
This is a to die for dish that is really quick to make. Use only the freshest tomatoes you can find as well as fresh herbs. Serve over linguini or angel hair pasta.
Provided by Marie
Categories Very Low Carbs
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- On medium high heat in skillet, add olive oil and when hot, add shrimp and saute quickly for 3 minutes.
- Add garlic and saute for 1 minute.
- Add basil and parsley and saute for another minute.
- Remove shrimp from pan and add tomatoes, salt and pepper and cook for 10 to 15 minutes on low.
- Return shrimp to pan for approximately 1 minute to heat through.
- Stir in additional fresh basil, if desired.
FRESH TOMATO MARINARA SAUCE
I get so many compliments on this recipe every time I make it. This is a slightly spicy yet sweet basil marinara sauce. I am vegan but occasionally I make a special pot for my husband who loves it when I add a ground link of Spicy Italian Sausage to simmer in the sauce and serve it with sausage on the side.
Provided by lyssalynne
Categories Sauces
Time 1h30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Wash all ingredients very well. Start with tomatoes and water over low heat in medium pot. Slowly stir in each ingredient and continue cooking and stirring for about 1/2 hour to an hour (at least, the longer/the better). If you can, refrigerate and reheat. I don't know why, but it taste better.
- Great Additions: Artichoke Hearts, mushrooms, chopped onion, etc are just a few great additions you can add to this recipe! I have tried all of these just based on what I have in the kitchen at the time, and it always comes out great!
- Note: This recipe is so versatile. Serve over pasta, I prefer linguini), vegetables, or even toasted crostini bread with a bit of mozzeralla on top. It can also be served cold over sliced toasted Italian bread as a bruschetta -- mmm.
- Tip: I worked in a family owned Italian restaurant in high-school. They said to stir continually and never let the sauce boil. I try every time but have yet to succeed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.3, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 170.1, Carbohydrate 45.2, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 37.3, Protein 4.6
Tips:
- Use ripe tomatoes: The riper the tomatoes, the sweeter and more flavorful the sauce will be.
- Roast the tomatoes: Roasting the tomatoes concentrates their flavor and makes them even sweeter.
- Use a variety of herbs: Use a combination of fresh herbs, such as basil, oregano, and thyme, to give the sauce a complex flavor.
- Simmer the sauce for a long time: The longer you simmer the sauce, the more time the flavors have to develop.
- Use a high-quality olive oil: A good olive oil will add a lot of flavor to the sauce.
- Season the sauce to taste: Add salt, pepper, and sugar to taste until the sauce is perfectly balanced.
- Serve the sauce immediately: Fresh tomato marinara sauce is best served immediately, but it can also be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Fresh tomato marinara sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on pasta, pizza, or as a dipping sauce. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can make a delicious fresh tomato marinara sauce that will impress your family and friends.
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