Nutritional Guidelines (per serving) | |
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47 | Calories |
2g | Fat |
7g | Carbs |
1g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings: Makes 3 1/2 pints (28 servings) | |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 47 |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 2g | 3% |
Saturated Fat 0g | 2% |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 9mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 7g | 2% |
Dietary Fiber 2g | 6% |
Protein 1g | |
Calcium 34mg | 3% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. |
This fresh marinara sauce recipe is spiked with sweet red bell peppers. It's a great all-purpose sauce to use for all your favorite pasta dishes. You can experiment with all types of hot and sweet fresh peppers in the recipe for a variety of delicious results.
Ingredients
- 2 28 ounce cans whole peeled tomatoes
- 1 can/6 ounces tomato paste
- 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 1/4 cup parsley (chopped)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup onions (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 red bell peppers (cored, seeded, and cut in 1/2-inch dice)
Steps to Make It
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In a large bowl, crush the whole tomatoes with your fingers to form a course puree.
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Stir in the tomato paste, salt, pepper flakes, sugar, basil, and parsley, and set aside.
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In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
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Add the onions and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often, until the onions begin to soften.
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Add the garlic and cook, stirring often, for 2 minutes (do not brown the garlic).
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Add the tomato mixture, and simmer over medium-low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add the bell peppers, and simmer until the peppers are tender.
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Taste and adjust seasoning.