Basic Marinara Sauce

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 medium onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup water

This recipe originally appeared at http://funnyloveblog.com/2017/09/05/basic-marinara-sauce/

1. Add the olive oil and onion to a large skillet over medium heat. Cook while stirring for about 5 minutes until the onion softens but doesn’t brown.
2. Add the garlic and salt and stir for 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant.
3. Add the sugar, tomatoes, and water. Stir every few minutes while the sauce comes to a simmer.
4. Simmer the sauce for 15-20 minutes until reduced and thickened. Taste as you go and add more sugar and salt to your preference. Use as you’d like. Enjoy!