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Marjorie's quick marinara sauce

Prep time: 10 mins
Cook time: 30 mins
Total time: 40 mins
Serves: 16
Makes about 8 cups.
Serving size: 1/2cup Calories: 49 Fat: .9g Saturated fat: .1g Carbohydrates: 7.1g Sugar: 0.1g Sodium: 291mg Fiber: 0 Protein: 1.8g Cholesterol: 0

Get:
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 (28 oz) cans of crushed tomatoes
  • 11/2 cup water
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 2 teaspoons dried fennel seed
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • pepper to taste
  • red chili pepper flakes to taste
  • Optional: Top with fresh chopped basil and grated Parmesan cheese
Do:
  • Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven or pot. Sauté the garlic.
  • Add all the other ingredients to the pot and bring to a boil.
  • Once at a boil, cover and reduce heat. Simmer for 25-30 minutes.
  • Add optional toppings and serve over your favorite pasta!