Easy Marinara Sauce

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the garlic and onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the crushed tomatoes, oregano, and basil and bring to a simmer.
4. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
6. Serve over pasta, pizza, or as a dipping sauce.

Interesting Facts

• Marinara sauce is a traditional Italian sauce made with tomatoes, garlic, and herbs.
• It originated in Naples, Italy, and is one of the most popular sauces in Italian cooking.
• Marinara sauce is often used as a base for other sauces, such as arrabiata or puttanesca.