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Marinara

It’s not just for pasta! Marinara is also great for dipping and loaded with nutrients.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 10 toddlers
Calories: 3kcal
Author: CaliGirl Cooking

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Blender
  • 1/4 cup measure
  • 1/4 teaspoon measure

Ingredients

  • 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup onion, diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Bring all ingredients to a gentle simmer in a saucepan on the stove.
  • Transfer to a blender and puree until smooth.
  • Keep refrigerated or freeze for future use.

Notes

  1. Marinara is a great sauce to sneak some extra veggies and nutrients into. Check out this recipe for some inspiration.
  2. Here are some ideas for "dippers" for marinara sauce: garlic bread, breadsticks, cheesy bread, zucchini, carrots, pizza, chicken strips, sliders, sausage, roasted broccoli, roasted cauliflower.
  3. Freeze sauce in ice cube trays or small individual containers for easy, single-size defrosting at a moment's notice.

Nutrition

Calories: 3kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 59mg | Potassium: 6mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg