Stanley Tucci’s Famous Marinara Sauce
This isn’t just any marinara sauce—it’s Stanley Tucci’s secret weapon for pizza, pasta, and just about anything that needs a little extra love. It’s so easy, you’ll wonder why you ever bought store-bought sauce. Tomatoes, garlic, and basil come together for the perfect homemade touch.
EQUIPMENT (PAID LINKS)
Ingredients
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic halved
- ½ white onion thinly sliced
- 1 35-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes (preferably San Marzano), with juice
- 3 –4 fresh basil leaves
- Pinch dried oregano
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat the Olive Oil: Pour the olive oil into a large skillet and warm it over medium heat.¼ cup olive oil
- Cook the Aromatics: Add the garlic and sliced onion. Cook them for 3–5 minutes until the onion is soft but not browned.2 cloves garlic, ½ white onion
- Add the Tomatoes: Pour in the whole peeled tomatoes with their juice. Use a fork to gently crush the tomatoes so they break apart a bit.1 35-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes (preferably San Marzano), with juice
- Season the Sauce: Toss in the basil leaves, sprinkle in a pinch of dried oregano, and add a good pinch of salt. Give it all a good stir.3 –4 fresh basil leaves, Pinch dried oregano, Salt
- Simmer to Perfection: Bring the sauce to a gentle boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer for 25–30 minutes. Stir it occasionally until the sauce thickens and sweetens.
- Store and Enjoy: Let the sauce cool. Keep it in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze it for up to 3 months.