Monday, May 20, 2013



Marinara sauce

Quick and easy itailan 

1 tablespoon chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cups tomato puree
1/2 cup water 
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 tablespoons basil
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

If desired you may add:
1 lb cooked and drained ground turkey or beef
1 tablespoon heavy cream

Add olive oil to a large pot heated to medium high.  Cook garlic and onion together until soft then NOT brown and burnt.  Add tomato puree, water, and the rest of the ingredients to the pot.  Lower heat to medium low and simmer for 20 minutes. Add 1 lb of cooked and drained ground beef or turkey for meat sauce. Add a splash (about 1 tablespoon) of heavy cream once you cook and add all ingredients for a richer sauce. You may need to add a bit more salt to taste.

Measure out the pasta for servings per group. Follow directions on package.