Salsa marinara (Σάλτσα μαρινάρα)

Ingredienti

• 1/4 cup olive oil (or 60 ml)
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 3-4 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced
• 1 28 oz can of whole tomatoes (preferably San Marzano tomatoes or 796 ml)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1 sprig of fresh rosemary
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tsp sugar (optional )
• 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped

Preparazione

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and add the chopped onion and saute for a 3 - 5 minutes, until the onion is soft

2. 2

   Add the garlic, and saute for an additional 2 minutes, stirring regularly being careful not to burn the garlic.

3. 3

   Add the rest of the ingredients, (except for the sugar and the fresh basil) and cook on low heat for about 30 minutes. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally. While your sauce is cooking, break down your tomatoes as much as you'd like with a wooden spoon.

4. 4

   Mid-way through the cooking time, taste your marinara sauce; if it tastes too acidic, add the sugar.

5. 5

   When your sauce is done, turn off the heat and add the fresh basil. Stir and allow to sit for 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Enjoy.