Amanda’s Famous Marinara Sauce: Simple, Delicious, and Homemade

Introduction:

There’s nothing quite like the aroma of fresh marinara sauce simmering on the stovetop. It fills the house with warmth and promises a meal made with love. Amanda’s Famous Marinara Sauce is the ultimate recipe for those who crave authentic, homemade flavors without the hassle. With just a few simple, wholesome ingredients, you can create a rich and flavorful sauce that will elevate your pasta nights, pizza bases, or even a simple dipping sauce for crusty bread.

This recipe is tried, tested, and loved—making it a staple in any kitchen. Once you try it, you’ll never go back to store-bought marinara again!

What Makes Amanda’s Marinara Sauce So Special?

• Simple ingredients: No fillers or preservatives—just fresh, high-quality ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.
• Customizable: Want it spicy? Add chili flakes. Prefer it sweeter? A dash of honey or maple syrup does the trick.
• Versatile: Use it on pasta, lasagna, pizza, meatballs, or as a dipping sauce. It’s the perfect base for so many dishes.
• Quick and easy: Ready in under 30 minutes, but tastes like it simmered all day.

A recipe from Amanda Liptak, RDN, CLT, CA

Ingredients:

• 3.5-4 cups cherry tomatoes
• 1 bulb garlic
• 3-4 TBSP olive oil
• 3-4 large leaves fresh Basil
• 1 pound pasta of choice
• 1/2 cup pasta water
• sea salt

Procedure:

1. Grease a small tray or oven safe dish. cut the end off of the bulb of garlic and spray with oil. Place in oven at 400 degrees for approximately 10-15 minutes. 
2. when garlic is done, squeeze cloves out and place into Dutch oven. Add olive oil & cook over medium heat for approximately 5 mins.
3. Next add your sliced cherry tomatoes and allow to simmer approximately 19 minutes. Season with salt. Stirring frequently.
4. Remove the garlic cloves and mash them against a cutting board with the side of a flat knife or bottom of a shot glass. Once you form the garlic paste, return it back to the pot.
5. Using an immersion blender, blend about half of the tomatoes into a sauce (unless you prefer to blend them all). Add the pasta water. Season and serve with your favorite pasta noodle, side of meat and veggie.

Notes: Freshly chopped basil and pecorino Romano makes this dish taste amazing! Freeze the leftover sauce and use for other dishes! Keeps 3 months when properly stored.

Tips for the Best Marinara Sauce

• Use quality tomatoes: San Marzano tomatoes are ideal for their natural sweetness and rich flavor, but any high-quality crushed tomatoes will work.
• Make it your own: Add a splash of red wine for depth, a handful of chopped fresh herbs for brightness, or extra garlic if you’re a true garlic lover.

Why You’ll Love Amanda’s Famous Marinara Sauce

This sauce is the definition of comfort food. It’s hearty, flavorful, and made from ingredients you can feel good about. Plus, it’s incredibly versatile—you can double the batch and freeze portions for easy weeknight meals.

Once you’ve tried Amanda’s Famous Marinara Sauce, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it. It’s the perfect recipe to share with family and friends or keep as your little kitchen secret.

So, grab your favorite pot, turn on some music, and let the magic begin. Your new favorite marinara sauce awaits!

Have you tried this recipe? Let us know your favorite way to use Amanda’s Famous Marinara Sauce in the comments below! 🍅✨