Best 4 My Mothers Marinara Sauce Recipes
My mother's marinara sauce is a family heirloom, passed down through generations. It's a simple sauce, but it's packed with flavor. The secret is in the slow-simmering, which allows the flavors to meld and deepen. This sauce is perfect for any pasta dish, or even as a dipping sauce for bread or vegetables. In this article, we'll provide you with the recipe for my mother's marinara sauce, along with some tips and tricks for making it your own.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
MOM'S MARINARA SAUCE
This recipe was given to me from my mom, who got if from her mom, who likely got it from her mom. It was originally told to me like, "a little of this, a little of that", so it was a challenge to create actual measurements to sharet it. I must admit, I have changed it up a bit, but in ways that make it more fresh and flavorful. I make it and use it for pasta, pizza from scratch, dipping sauce for bread sticks, and then freeze some for later. It's a great money saver that way. I also use fresh herbs if I have them, instead of dried but remember the measurements are smaller for fresh. Add ground meat or meatballs for pasta dishes.
Provided by C.Lo Carb Queen
Categories Sauces
Time 1h50m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or sauce pot, on medium-low heat. Add onion and garlic and saute until onions are translucent.
- Add can of tomatoes, then fill empty can with water and add to mixture. Stir in paste and fill the empty cans with water and add to the mixture.
- Increase to heat to high and stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Boil for 2 minutes, then reduce to low heat. Cover half way with lid and simmer for 15 minutes. Cover completely and simmer for one hour, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.4, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 1655.8, Carbohydrate 26.4, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 16.1, Protein 4.3
MY MOTHER'S MARINARA SAUCE
Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli
Time 32m
Yield 2 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium skillet, over medium heat, add the olive oil. Stir in the onions, carrots, garlic slices, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt, to taste, and cook for about 2 minutes. Add the sugar and the canned tomatoes, breaking them up with a spoon, and mix well. Cook for an additional 10 to 15 minutes over medium heat, stirring from time to time. Taste for seasoning, then stir in the basil leaves.
MARY'S SAVORY MARINARA SAUCE
This is my mom's delicious marinara sauce recipe that she kindly provided to me. I have fond memories of her making this sauce often and filling the entire house with its wonderful aroma. It has a savory tomato-y taste, a nice hint of basil, and goes well with all types of pasta (including lasagna). I also like to use it for homemade meatball heroes. I hope that you all will enjoy it as much as we do!
Provided by someone named antoi
Categories Sauces
Time 3h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Saute the garlic and onion in oil in a large pot over a medium heat until they are transparent but not browned. Add a 1/2 teaspoon each of dry oregano and basil to the onion and garlic while sauteing.
- Once the onions and garlic are transparent, add all of the tomato products, the hot water, the rest of the dry herbs, and the fresh basil leaves to the pot and mix everything together well.
- If you'd like, you can add meatballs and/or sweet Italian sausage to the sauce at this point.
- Adjust the flame to a low heat and let the sauce cook for about 2 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- After the 2 1/2 hours, add the sugar and cook for another 45 minutes.
- Serve over your favorite pasta and garnish with more basil leaves, if desired. Leftovers can be frozen and reheated on the stove later.
MARINARA
My mother, who was Italian American, called marinara sauce "gravy." She made this marinara sauce recipe in big batches several times a month, so it was a staple on our dinner table. A mouthwatering aroma filled the house each time she cooked it. -James Grimes, Frenchtown, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h20m
Yield 5 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onions; cook and stir until tender, 3-5 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until thickened and flavors are blended, 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally and breaking up tomatoes with wooden spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 44 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 178mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
Tips:
- Use the best ingredients you can find. Fresh, ripe tomatoes, good quality olive oil, and fresh herbs will make a big difference in the flavor of your sauce.
- Don't overcook the sauce. Simmer it gently for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than an hour. Overcooked sauce will lose its flavor and become too thick.
- Season the sauce to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a pinch of sugar to balance out the acidity of the tomatoes.
- Let the sauce rest before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop. You can make the sauce ahead of time and let it rest in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Serve the sauce with your favorite pasta, meatballs, or other dishes. You can also use it as a pizza sauce or in other recipes.
Conclusion:
Making a delicious marinara sauce is easy if you follow a few simple tips. With a little practice, you'll be able to make a sauce that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this marinara sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!
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