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Spicy Marinara Sauce

Lucas
Make this Spicy Marinara Sauce in just 20minutes. Bursting with bold flavor, it's the perfect pantry-friendly recipe forpasta, pizza, and more.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Sauce
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 95 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 small yellow onion finely chopped
  • 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Handful of fresh basil leaves chopped

Instructions
 

Sauté Aromatics:

  • In a large pan, heat olive oil. Add garlic and onion. Cook until soft and fragrant.

Add Tomatoes & Simmer:

  • Stir in crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Let it simmer on low heat for 10–12 minutes.

Season & Spice It Up:

  • Add red pepper flakes, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.

Finish With Basil:

  • Right before serving, mix in fresh basil.

Notes

  • Calories: 95
  • Total Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Protein: 2g
Keyword homemade marinara, Italian tomato sauce, Spicy Marinara Sauce, spicy pasta sauce