My Mother's Marinara Sauce

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
43%
My Mother's Marinara Sauce
70 min.
4
381kcal

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Indulge in the rich and vibrant flavors of "My Mother's Marinara Sauce," a timeless recipe that brings the warmth of home-cooked meals straight to your kitchen. This vegetarian and gluten-free sauce is not only a culinary delight but also a healthy option, boasting 381 calories per serving. Perfect for any occasion, whether it's a cozy family dinner or a gathering with friends, this marinara sauce is versatile enough to elevate your favorite pasta dishes, pizzas, or even as a dipping sauce.

With simple yet fresh ingredients like fragrant basil, sweet carrots, and zesty garlic, each bite is a celebration of wholesome goodness. The combination of whole peeled tomatoes and aromatic spices creates a hearty base that is bursting with flavor. The addition of freshly grated Parmesan offers a delightful finish that enhances the overall taste profile.

The beauty of this marinara sauce lies not just in its ingredients, but in the love and care that goes into making it. As you simmer the sauce, the kitchen fills with an irresistible aroma that will have everyone gathering around the table in anticipation. Join me in creating this beloved family recipe that has stood the test of time, and experience the joy of homemade cooking that is sure to impress!

Ingredients

  • cup basil leaves washed
  • 56 ounce tomatoes whole peeled canned
  • medium carrots grated peeled
  • 10 cloves garlic peeled halved cut into thin slices
  • teaspoons granulated sugar 
  • servings kosher salt 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
  • servings parmesan freshly grated
  • teaspoons pepper flakes red
  • cups water divided as needed plus more
  • large onions diced yellow peeled halved

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • wooden spoon

Directions

  1. Watch how to make this recipe.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the onions, the garlic, red pepper flakes, and sugar and season with salt, to taste. Stir in the carrots and reseason with salt. Cook for about 2 minutes, and then add canned tomatoes. Use a wooden spoon to break up some of the whole tomatoes and cook over medium heat, stirring from time to time, about 20 minutes. If at any point the veggies or the sauce is getting dry, add some water. Continue cooking another 10 minutes, and then taste for seasoning. The tomatoes should be fairly broken down and the flavors coming together. Cook an additional 10 minutes. The sauce cooks about as long as it takes to make the meatballs from start to finish, about 45 minutes. Stir in the basil leaves and season with Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts

Calories381kcal
Protein15.83%
Fat50.89%
Carbs33.28%

Properties

Glycemic Index
67.73
Glycemic Load
5.4
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
28.268260624098%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.16mg
Isorhamnetin
3.76mg
Kaempferol
0.66mg
Myricetin
0.28mg
Quercetin
17.44mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:380.66kcal
19.03%
Fat:22.67g
34.88%
Saturated Fat:7.01g
43.79%
Carbohydrates:33.36g
11.12%
Net Carbohydrates:26.23g
9.54%
Sugar:17.2g
19.11%
Cholesterol:20.4mg
6.8%
Sodium:1306.56mg
56.81%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.87g
31.74%
Vitamin A:8956.83IU
179.14%
Vitamin C:48.59mg
58.89%
Calcium:545.46mg
54.55%
Vitamin K:52.87µg
50.35%
Vitamin B6:0.74mg
37.21%
Vitamin E:5.53mg
36.89%
Manganese:0.69mg
34.28%
Phosphorus:339.21mg
33.92%
Potassium:1097.15mg
31.35%
Fiber:7.13g
28.51%
Iron:4.96mg
27.57%
Vitamin B2:0.39mg
22.78%
Copper:0.43mg
21.35%
Magnesium:79.42mg
19.86%
Vitamin B3:3.67mg
18.33%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
18.3%
Folate:61.38µg
15.34%
Selenium:8.87µg
12.67%
Zinc:1.82mg
12.14%
Vitamin B5:0.89mg
8.88%
Vitamin B12:0.36µg
6%