10-Minute Garlic Marinara
A silky tomato sauce built on three ingredients—canned tomatoes, garlic, and basil—that comes together in under 10 minutes. Toss with hot pasta, or use as a base for pizza, dipping, or soups.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 6
- Calories
- 125
- Protein
- 2g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat for 60 seconds until shimmering.
Step 2
Add minced garlic and cook for 30–45 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not brown.
Step 3
Pour in canned tomatoes with their juice, breaking up whole tomatoes with the back of a spoon.
Step 4
Simmer uncovered for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens slightly.
Step 5
Stir in fresh basil, then taste and season with salt and pepper to your preference.
Step 6
Serve hot over pasta, or use as a dip, pizza base, or soup ingredient.
Tools you’ll need
- medium saucepan
- wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- cutting board
- chef's knife
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