Marinara sauce recipe

Marinara sauce

3 tbsp.   | olive oil
2 cloves  | garlic, minced
0.25 tsp. | crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
28oz      | strained tomatoes OR canned crushed tomatoes
1 tsp.    | salt
1 tsp.    | sugar
1.50 tsp. | Italian seasoning
garnish   | Parmesan cheese, grated

• Heat oil in a medium-sized pan over medium-low heat. Add in the garlic and sauté for one minute, or until the garlic is golden and fragrant. Add the crushed red pepper flakes, if using. Add in the crushed tomatoes, salt, sugar, and seasoning and stir well to combine. Simmer the sauce for at least 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
• When meatballs are done cooking, add them to the sauce, stir to coat.

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