Simple Marinara Sauce

The Romano and Parmesan cheeses in this marinara sauce give it a rich, hearty flavor. The cheese are simmered with sauteed garlic, tomatoes and herbs.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 40 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 135 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree
• 0.25 cup grated Romano cheese
• 0.33333331346512 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2.5 tablespoons dried oregano
• 2.5 tablespoons dried parsley

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir until aromatic and tender, about 1 minute.

Step 2

Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato puree, oregano, parsley, Romano cheese, Parmesan cheese, bay leaves and onion powder. Reduce heat to low and simmer for at least 40 minutes.