Jan’s Zesty Tomato Elixir

🍅 Welcome to LovewithRecipes.com! Today, we’re diving into the delicious world of European-inspired cuisine with Jan’s Marinara Sauce – a luscious, low-protein, and low-cholesterol gem that’s perfect for weeknight indulgence. Get ready for a culinary adventure that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Italy! 🇮🇹

🕒 Preparation and Cooking Times:
Let’s embark on this flavorful journey, ensuring your culinary masterpiece is ready in no time. Here’s a quick breakdown of the times:

Now, let’s dive into the enchanting process of crafting Jan’s Marinara Sauce:

📜 Ingredients:

• 1/3 cup olive oil 🫒
• 1 garlic clove, minced 🧄
• 2 onions, finely chopped 🧅
• 4 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced 🌿
• 1 green pepper, chopped 🌶️
• 2 whole tomatoes, coarsely chopped 🍅
• 1 tablespoon sugar 🍬
• 2 teaspoons salt 🧂
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano 🌿
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 🌶️

🔢 Quantities and Parts:
Ensure you have the perfect balance of flavors with the right quantities:

• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 1 garlic clove
• 2 onions
• 4 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 green pepper
• 2 whole tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. In a 3-quart saucepan, heat the olive oil to create a flavorful base for your marinara sauce. 🍳
2. Finely chop the garlic, onions, and parsley, infusing the kitchen with aromatic goodness. Add them to the saucepan and sauté, letting the flavors mingle and dance. 💃
3. Introduce the green pepper to the sautéed symphony of onions and let them waltz over medium heat for approximately 10 minutes, creating a harmonious blend of textures. 🌶️
4. Coarsely chop the tomatoes, adding them to the pan, each piece contributing to the savory crescendo. 🎶
5. Stir in the seasonings – sugar, salt, dried oregano, and black pepper – orchestrating a medley of tastes that will simmer and blend over time. 🍲
6. Let the sauce simmer uncovered until it achieves a delightful thickness, an approximately 2-hour symphony of flavors that will leave your kitchen perfumed with anticipation. ⏳
7. Once the masterpiece is complete, freeze it in 2-cup containers, preserving the essence of your culinary creation for future culinary escapades. ❄️

🍝 Bonus Spaghetti Sauce:
Take your culinary adventure further by transforming this marinara into a delectable spaghetti sauce:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 cups Jan’s Marinara Sauce (your creation!)
• 1 cup tomato sauce

🌟 Nutritional Highlights:
Jan’s Marinara Sauce not only dazzles your taste buds but also brings a burst of nutrition to your plate:

• Calories: 371.8
• Fat Content: 25.3g
• Saturated Fat Content: 3.5g
• Cholesterol Content: 0mg
• Sodium Content: 1584.4mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 35.9g
• Fiber Content: 9g
• Sugar Content: 23.4g
• Protein Content: 6.3g

🌱 Recipe Category: Vegetable Magic:
This recipe falls under the Vegetable category, celebrating the vibrant, plant-based wonders that make every dish a celebration of nature’s bounty.

🌐 LovewithRecipes.com Community Rating:
Jan’s Marinara Sauce has earned an impressive 4-star rating from our community, and with 1 glowing review, it’s clear that this recipe has captured the hearts (and taste buds) of our culinary enthusiasts.

So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let the culinary symphony begin! Jan’s Marinara Sauce is not just a recipe; it’s an invitation to savor the magic of European-inspired flavors in the comfort of your own kitchen. Bon appétit! 🍽️✨