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In the culinary world, few sauces are as iconic and versatile as the marinara sauce. Its rich, savory flavor and vibrant red color have made it a staple in kitchens across the globe. Among the many variations of marinara sauce, one recipe stands out for its exceptional flavor and authenticity: the marinara sauce of Alan Leonetti. This recipe, passed down through generations of Italian cooks, embodies the essence of simplicity and uses only a handful of fresh, high-quality ingredients to create a sauce that is both classic and unique. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the steps of creating Alan Leonetti's marinara sauce, ensuring a delicious and authentic Italian experience in your own home.

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MARINARA SAUCE OF ALAN LEONETTI (((THE BEST)))



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Everyone who has tasted this sauce has either begged for a handout or the recipe, stating that it's by far the best marinara sauce they have ever had. We use this sauce (or gravy) over spaghetti, veal parmesan, eggplant parmesan, meatball subs, Italian sausage subs, ravioli, and anything else that calls for a marinara sauce or red gravy. This exact recipe as written yields about 22 one quart Hefty brand freezer bags that each contain 3 large long handled cooking ladles of sauce per bag. You will need a very large spaghetti or lobster pot that is at least 15 inches high by 12 inches in diameter, which is the perfect size for this recipe as it is written. We use the Angela Mia brand of Chunky Crushed Tomatoes that come in cans containing 6 lbs. 6 oz. per can (about 1 gallon). This brand is made by Hunt's, so if you can not find Angela Mia, feel free to use Hunt's.

Provided by Alan Leonetti

Categories     Sauces

Time 4h45m

Yield 22 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 (114 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes (or 6 lbs 6 oz per can)
8 cups tomato paste
4 (14 1/2 ounce) cans Italian stewed tomatoes
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 heads fresh elephant garlic (bulbs)
6 tablespoons chopped garlic, in juice (from jar)
2 large onions (diced)
8 tablespoons dried oregano
10 tablespoons dried Italian seasoning
2 tablespoons dried basil
8 tablespoons sugar (or Splenda)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Empty 3 cans of crushed tomatoes into the pot.
  • Slice all of the cloves of the elephant garlic bulb crosswise into either halves or thirds or pieces, and dump them into the pot.
  • Dice the large onions, and dump that into the pot.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients, and stir to mix well with a large long handled wooden spoon.
  • Do not strain, as the pulp adds to make this a thick and wonderful sauce.
  • Cover and cook on medium heat, stirring every 5 minutes until it bubbles and is completely heated throughout. This takes about 1 hour.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer, and continue to simmer, stirring every 5 minutes to keep from burning or sticking to the bottom of the pot for 3 additional hours.
  • Remove from heat, uncover, and give it one last stir.
  • Allow it to completely cool.
  • When it is completely cooled, stand up your 1 quart Hefty freezer bags in a row and with a large long handled cooking ladle place 3 ladles of sauce into each bag.
  • Squeeze out as much air from each bag as possible and secure the bags shut.
  • Mark the bags and place into the freezer.

MARINARA SAUCE OF ALAN LEONETTI (2 SERVINGS) (((THE BEST)))



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This is the cut down version of my marinara sauce that I usually make and freeze for the year... If the sauce is too thick for you, add a little tomato juice or water or wine, but be careful not to thin it too much. I personally like a very thick sauce. ALL ITALIAN FOOD FROM SOUTHERN ITALY HAS OREGANO. The one person that disagreed with that in their review does NOT know what they're talking about.

Provided by Alan Leonetti

Categories     Sauces

Time 3h15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans hunts chunky crushed tomatoes
2 (6 ounce) cans hunts tomato paste
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can stewed tomatoes (Italian)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
6 chopped garlic cloves (cut in halves or thirds)
1 teaspoon garlic juice (from jar)
1 shallot (diced)
2 tablespoons dried oregano
4 tablespoons dried Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 tablespoon Splenda granular (sugar substitute)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Empty Hunts chunky crushed tomatoes and Hunts tomato paste into the pot.
  • Add the extra-virgin olive oil to the pot.
  • Slice the cloves of garlic crosswise into either halves or thirds or pieces, and dump them into the pot.
  • Dice the shallot, and dump that into the pot.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients, and stir to mix well with a large long handled wooden spoon.
  • Do not strain, as the pulp adds to make this a thick and wonderful sauce.
  • Cover and cook on medium heat, stirring every 10 minutes for about an hour or until it bubbles and is completely heated throughout.
  • Reduce heat to simmer, and continue to simmer, stirring every 10 or 15 minutes to keep from burning or sticking to the bottom of the pot for 1 or 2 hours.
  • Remove from heat and give it one last stir.
  • Serve over spaghetti, ravioli, pasta or use for chicken parmesan, veal parmesan, or anything that calls for a marinara sauce.
  • NOTE: Use only Hunts Chunky Crushed Tomatoes and Hunts Tomato Paste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 598.1, Fat 29.6, SaturatedFat 4.2, Sodium 2961.7, Carbohydrate 83.1, Fiber 18.7, Sugar 28.7, Protein 17.3

PERFECT MARINARA SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Combine 3 tablespoons olive oil, 6 thinly sliced garlic cloves and a pinch of red pepper flakes in a large skillet and cook over medium-low heat until the garlic is golden, about 6 minutes. Crush a 28-ounce can of San Marzano plum tomatoes into the skillet with your hands; rinse the can with about 1 cup water and add to the sauce. Add a handful of torn basil leaves and season with salt. Increase the heat to medium and simmer, uncovered, until thick, 20 to 25 minutes. Toss with 1 pound cooked pasta (makes 4 cups sauce).

LASAGNA SUPREMO (THE BEST LASAGNA EVER!)



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This is a recipe that I have been making for many decades, and everyone who has eaten my lasagna says that it is the BEST LASAGNA EVER!!! Try this recipe and I guarantee you will love it. You need a deep pan or a deep baking dish. If you have any questions, e-mail me: [email protected]

Provided by Alan Leonetti

Categories     Pork

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 29

1 (1 lb) package lasagna noodle
3/4 lb ground beef
1/4 lb ground pork
1 lb Italian sausage (thinly sliced)
1 lb button mushroom (thinly sliced)
1 cup onion (chopped)
6 garlic cloves (minced)
2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 eggs (lightly beaten)
2 (15 ounce) containers ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
1 cup pitted ripe black olives (sliced)
1 lb mozzarella cheese (shredded)
1 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans hunts chunky crushed tomatoes
2 (6 ounce) cans hunts tomato paste
1 cup stewed tomatoes (Italian style)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
6 garlic cloves (cut in halves)
1 teaspoon chopped garlic, in juice (from jar)
1 shallot (diced)
2 tablespoons dried oregano
4 tablespoons dried Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 tablespoon granulated sugar

Steps:

  • FOR THE LASAGNA: Prepare lasagna according to package directions.
  • Drain and set aside. NOTE: You can use Barella No Boil Noodles, but be sure during the assembly of the layers that the noodles do not stick out.
  • Cook Italian sausage either in a skillet or by boiling in a pot of water, thinly slice crosswise and set aside.
  • Brown the ground beef and ground pork in a skillet, drain off and discard fat.
  • Add onion and garlic to the ground meat, stir and cook another 5 minutes.
  • Add the sugar, salt, basil, fennel seeds, pepper and the Marinara sauce and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • While the above mixture is simmering, combine in a large bowl the eggs, Ricotta cheese, and parsley.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Take a 13 by 9 inch baking dish and spray the bottom with a non-stick spray, such as Pam.
  • In the baking dish, spoon in a layer of 1/3 of the meat sauce.
  • Then layer 1/3 of the lasagna pasta (overlapping each strip of pasta with the other).
  • Then layer 1/3 of the Ricotta mixture.
  • Then layer 1/3 of the sliced olives and 1/3 of the sliced Italian sausage.
  • Then layer 1/3 of the sliced mushrooms.
  • Then layer 1/3 of the Mozzarella and 1/3 of the Parmesan.
  • Then continue to repeat the layering until all of the ingredients are layered.
  • When the layering is completed, cover with aluminum foil, making certain that the foil is not touching the top of the lasagna, and bake for 25 minutes.
  • Remove foil and bake, uncovered, another 25 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and allow to sit and rest 10 minutes before cutting.
  • FOR THE MARINARA SAUCE (by Alan Leonetti): Empty Hunts chunky crushed tomatoes and Hunts tomato paste into the pot.
  • Add the extra-virgin olive oil to the pot.
  • Slice the cloves of garlic crosswise into either halves or thirds or pieces, and dump them into the pot.
  • Dice the shallot, and dump that into the pot.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients, and stir to mix well with a large long handled wooden spoon.
  • Do not strain, as the pulp adds to make this a thick and wonderful sauce.
  • Cover and cook on medium heat, stirring every 10 minutes for about an hour or until it bubbles and is completely heated throughout.
  • Reduce heat to simmer, and continue to simmer, stirring every 10 or 15 minutes to keep from burning or sticking to the bottom of the pot for 1 or 2 hours.
  • Remove from heat and give it one last stir.
  • Serve over spaghetti, ravioli, pasta or use for chicken parmesan, veal parmesan, or anything that calls for a Marinara sauce.
  • NOTE: Use only Hunts Chunky Crushed Tomatoes and Hunts Tomato Paste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1169.1, Fat 67, SaturatedFat 29.8, Cholesterol 230.3, Sodium 2927, Carbohydrate 78, Fiber 8, Sugar 14.1, Protein 66.6

CLASSIC MARINARA SAUCE



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Homemade marinara is almost as fast and tastes immeasurably better than even the best supermarket sauce - and it's made with basic pantry ingredients. All the tricks to a bright red, lively-tasting sauce, made just as it is in the south of Italy (no butter, no onions) are in this recipe. Use a skillet instead of the usual saucepan: the water evaporates quickly, so the tomatoes are just cooked through as the sauce becomes thick. (Our colleagues over at Wirecutter have spent a lot of time testing skillets to find the best on the market. If you're looking to purchase one, check out their skillet guide.)

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     quick, condiments, dips and spreads, sauces and gravies

Time 25m

Yield 3 1/2 cups, enough for 1 pound of pasta

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 28-ounce can whole San Marzano tomatoes, certified D.O.P. if possible
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
7 garlic cloves, peeled and slivered
Small dried whole chile, or pinch crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 large fresh basil sprig, or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, more to taste

Steps:

  • Pour tomatoes into a large bowl and crush with your hands. Pour 1 cup water into can and slosh it around to get tomato juices. Reserve.
  • In a large skillet (do not use a deep pot) over medium heat, heat the oil. When it is hot, add garlic.
  • As soon as garlic is sizzling (do not let it brown), add the tomatoes, then the reserved tomato water. Add whole chile or red pepper flakes, oregano (if using) and salt. Stir.
  • Place basil sprig, including stem, on the surface (like a flower). Let it wilt, then submerge in sauce. Simmer sauce until thickened and oil on surface is a deep orange, about 15 minutes. (If using oregano, taste sauce after 10 minutes of simmering, adding more salt and oregano as needed.) Discard basil and chile (if using).

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 94, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 275 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

THE BEST MARINARA SAUCE



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I developed this recipe with a friend to make the most of a bumper crop of tomatoes. Now we like to make huge batches-we're talking 220-pounds-of- tomatoes huge-and then give jars along with a pound of pasta as gifts around the holidays. Knowing this sauce is made from the heart with the best possible ingredients makes me feel good about giving it to my family and friends. -Shannon Norris, Cudahy, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 9 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup minced garlic, divided
12 pounds plum tomatoes, quartered
2 cups water
1-1/4 cups minced fresh basil, divided
1/4 cup minced fresh oregano
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 cup plus 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a stockpot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, 3-4 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add tomatoes, water and 1/2 cup basil; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until tomatoes are completely broken down and soft, about 1 hour, stirring occasionally., Press tomato mixture through a food mill into a large bowl; discard skins and seeds. Return tomato mixture to stockpot; add 1/2 cup of remaining basil, oregano and remaining garlic. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 3-1/2 to 4 hours, stirring occasionally. Add tomato paste and remaining 1/4 cup of basil; season with salt and pepper. , Add 1 tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice to each of 3 hot 1-1/2-pint jars. Ladle hot mixture into jars, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot mixture. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight., Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 40 minutes. Remove jars and cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 348mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

BEST MARINARA



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This is the absolute best recipe to use on tomatoes! I haven't tried it on spaghetti, but I recommend rotini or fusili. This is a marinara sauce, but better! Even my picky little sister loved it!

Provided by Shannon

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato     Marinara

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 ½ (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion, garlic and celery and cook until soft. Pour in tomatoes and tomato paste, stir, reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Stir in parsley, basil, oregano, salt and pepper; simmer 15 minutes, uncovered. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.4 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 494 mg, Sugar 5 g

PASTA W/ MARINARA SAUCE



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Make and share this Pasta W/ Marinara Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by swirlycinnacakes

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced
2 (28 ounce) cans tomatoes, diced
1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon dried basil, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, plus more to taste
black pepper
1 lb pasta, of choice

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add the onion and garlic and saute for about 5 minutes, until softened.
  • Add the tomatoes with their juices to the pan.
  • Add the salt, basil, thyme, oregano, and pepper.
  • Cook, covered, for 10 minutes. Uncover, stir, and cook, uncovered, for another 20 to 25 minutes, until flavors have blended.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  • Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water according to the package directions.
  • Toss with the sauce and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 625.6, Fat 16.2, SaturatedFat 2.3, Sodium 608, Carbohydrate 103.2, Fiber 8.9, Sugar 13.3, Protein 18.7

Tips for Making the Best Marinara Sauce:

  • Use high-quality tomatoes. Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes for the best flavor. If you can, use fresh tomatoes, but canned tomatoes can also work well.
  • Sauté the vegetables before adding the tomatoes. This will help to caramelize the vegetables and bring out their sweetness.
  • Use a variety of herbs and spices. The most common herbs and spices used in marinara sauce are basil, oregano, garlic, and salt and pepper. But you can also add other herbs and spices, such as rosemary, thyme, or fennel, to taste.
  • Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes. This will help to develop the flavors and thicken the sauce.
  • Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may need to add more salt, pepper, or herbs to taste.

Conclusion:

Alan Leonetti's marinara sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make the best marinara sauce at home. Note: This summary is written in HTML format and is intended to be used as the content of a web page.

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