• Source: The Emeril Lagasse Show: Episode 3 - Italian Chowdown
• Dish Type: Sauces
• Cuisine: Italian
• Cooking Method: Simmering

Basic Marinara Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
• 1 medium onion, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 (28-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat olive oil in large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add garlic and onion and sauté until tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Add the Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Add the crushed tomatoes and stir to blend. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes to and hour.

Yield: 4 to 6 cups