Homemade Easy Pasta Marinara

Name: Homemade Easy Pasta Marinara
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: - 340g pasta (I use spaghetti); - 2 tablespoons olive oil; - 1 small onion, finely chopped; - 4 garlic cloves, whole; 800g cherry tomatoes (San Marzano if possible); 1 small carrot (to reduce acidity); 10 fresh basil leaves (for cooking and garnish); - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; - Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

11 steps

Prep:10minCook:25min

Pasta Marinara is a celebration of Italy's culinary heritage, rooted in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean. Originating from Naples, this dish embodies the simplicity and elegance of Italian cooking. The sauce, made from tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and aromatic herbs, reflects the essence of Italian cuisine—where quality ingredients shine without the need for complexity. Often enjoyed as a comforting family meal, Pasta Marinara represents the heart and soul of Italian dining, where tradition, love, and fresh ingredients come together in every bite.

Updated at: Mon, 12 Aug 2024 14:38:30 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Great

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories430.4 kcal (22%)

Total Fat8.9 g (13%)

Carbs74.9 g (29%)

Sugars8.7 g (10%)

Protein13.4 g (27%)

Sodium217.2 mg (11%)

Fiber5.8 g (21%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

4 servings

340gpasta

I use spaghetti

2 tablespoonsolive oil

1onion

small, finely chopped

4garlic cloves

whole

800gcherry tomatoes

San Marzano if possible

1carrot

small, to reduce acidity

10fresh basil leaves

for cooking and garnish

Salt

black pepper

freshly ground, to taste

Parmesan cheese

Freshly grated, optional, for serving

Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, until the onion is soft and translucent.

Step 4

Add whole garlic cloves and cook for another minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

Step 5

Slice San Marziano tomatoes on half, add them. You can break up the tomatoes with a wooden spoon when they become soft. Add small whole carot that will reduce acidity (don’t like to use sugar). Carrot is removed when sauce is cooked.

Step 6

Simmer the sauce on low heat for 15-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

Step 7

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the marinara sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce.

Step 8

If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta cooking water, a tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.

Step 9

Divide the pasta among serving plates.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh basil leaves and, if desired, freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Pasta Marinara!