Homemade Basil Marinara Sauce

Fresh marinara is always a treat when eating Italian.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 8
• Yields: 5 cups

Ingredients

• 1  cup  coarsely chopped onion
• 2  garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 1 (2 lb) can  whole Italian-style tomatoes
• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 2  cups  firmly-packed fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Saute onion and garlic in oil in saucepan till tender.
2. Stir in tomatoes with their liquid, breaking up, tomato sauce., 1/4 c chopped basil and the salt.
3. Bring to boiling. Lower heat; simmer uncovered, stirring frequently, till thickened, about 20 minute.
4. Stir remaining basil into sauce. Serve immediately over hot cooked pasta (@ 1 lb).
5. Or, cool, then freeze in freezer containers.