Best 2 Roasted Garlic Marinara Sauce Recipes

Embark on a culinary adventure as we tantalize your taste buds with the ultimate guide to creating roasted garlic marinara sauce, a symphony of flavors that will transform your ordinary pasta dish into an extraordinary masterpiece. This versatile sauce, boasting a rich and robust flavor profile, is a versatile accompaniment to a variety of dishes, from pasta and pizza to grilled meats and vegetables. With its ability to elevate any meal to new heights, roasted garlic marinara sauce is a must-have recipe in every home cook's arsenal.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

HOMEMADE ROASTED GARLIC AND FRESH BASIL MARINARA SAUCE

Homemade Roasted Garlic and Fresh Basil Marinara Sauce image

Loaded with savory herbs, simmered with both fresh and dried basil, fresh tomatoes, and a super-flavorful roasted garlic puree.

Provided by Chef Pisces

Categories Sauces

Time 2m

Yield 1 1, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

2 cups fresh basil, washed and de-stemmed
3 tablespoons dried basil
2 fresh onions, chopped
3 tablespoons dried onion powder
6 fresh tomatoes
16 ounces 100% tomato juice (nothing added, just tomatoes)
6 garlic cloves
3 tablespoons dried oregano
3 tablespoons dried rosemary
2 tablespoons dried marjoram
2 tablespoons dried thyme
2 ounces red wine vinegar
8 ounces stewed tomatoes
8 ounces chicken stock
3 cups flour
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
cracked black pepper

Steps:

Start with the onions and saute them in 3 tblsp olive oil on a medium heat till translucent, then add the fresh basil and turn down the heat while continuing to stir. Keep cooking the fresh basil to bring out the flavor, but still stirring the onions in the same pan. The basil leaves should be wilted and soft, but not burned. Then, add 3 oz of chicken stock and simmer till most of the liquid has burned off. Set aside.
Using a food mill (which can be purchased at specialty kitchen supply stores) separate the seeds and skin from the fresh tomatoes, then with a wooden spoon, stir in all of the dry spices. Then, stir in the onions, olive oil, stewed tomatoes, and fresh Basil mixture. You want to marinate all of this in the refrigerator for a couple of hours. The acids will be infused with the herbs the longer it sits in the refrigerator. Meanwhile, start in on the garlic.
Peel off the top layers from the garlic cloves and wrap each one in foil, place in a roasting pan. Roast the garlic under the broiler or a 425F oven for 20 minute Let cool and then unwrap. In a bowl, mash down the garlic with a fork, or potato masher, till it forms a paste, then in a blender with 1 cup of chicken stock, puree the roasted garlic paste till it liquifies. You are now ready to season the Marinara with garlic puree while it cooks.
Take the marinated tomatoes and seasonings from the refrigerator and place in a large stock pot or sauce pan. Simmer on a low heat, stirring and gradually adding the red wine vinegar, tomato juice, and remainder of the chicken stock, add in the garlic puree and keep simmering till it comes to a slight boil. After the first boil, is when you add in the flour depending on how thick you want the consistency to be. This Marinara usually simmers 45min to 1 hour, but you can also use a crock pot on low to keep it going longer, if desired. Stir in cracked black pepper to taste.

ROASTED GARLIC MARINARA SAUCE

Roasted Garlic Marinara Sauce image

This is a versatile sauce, with a delicious yet not over powering garlic taste, when you roast garlic it becomes creamy and mild to taste.

Provided by Monika Rosales

Categories Other Sauces

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 whole garlic head
2 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 onion, chopped
1 Tbsp italian seasoning
2 large 28 oz cans of crushed tomatoes
1 tsp sugar
salt and pepper

Steps:

1. Start by cutting the top half of the head of garlic, place in a piece of foil paper, drizzle with a bit of olive oil.
2. bake at 350 degrees about 40 mins...let cool
3. In a large sauce pan, saute the onion in the olive oil a few mins, then squeeze in the cooled roasted garlic cloves, add in the italian seasoning, salt, pepper and sugar, combine well.
4. add in the 2 cans of crushed tomatoes and stir well, simmer on low about 1 hour.

Tips:

For a richer flavor, roast the garlic for at least 30 minutes, or until it is golden brown and caramelized.
Use a variety of tomatoes for a more complex flavor. Roma tomatoes are a good choice because they are meaty and have a low water content.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little bit of heat. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as oregano, basil, or thyme.
Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes, or until it has thickened and the flavors have melded together.
Serve the sauce over pasta, chicken, or fish. You can also use it as a dipping sauce for bread or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Roasted garlic marinara sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like it spicy, sweet, or somewhere in between, this sauce is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give roasted garlic marinara sauce a try.