Hearty Marinara Sauce With Passata: 20-Minute Recipe

Name: Hearty Marinara Sauce With Passata: 20-Minute Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 clove garlic; 2 cups (~500g) tomato passata (tomato puree, see note 5); 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste); ½ teaspoon crushed black pepper (see note 7); ⅛ teaspoon bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) (see note 3); 2 sprigs fresh basil (leaves and stalks)

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:20min

Every home cook deserves a go-to pasta sauce that’s easy, versatile, and packed with flavor. This hearty marinara sauce skips the hassle of chopping, relying on rich, smooth tomato puree (passata) to deliver that deep, comforting taste we all crave. The best part? You can make it ahead of time, and it’ll keep beautifully in the fridge for up to two weeks—perfect for quick weeknight meals or impromptu pasta cravings. Trust me, once you try it, you’ll be adding it to your regular rotation. Like my Alfredo sauce without heavy cream, it’s a true game-changer!

Updated at: Wed, 25 Feb 2026 04:37:20 GMT