Classic Marinara Sauce

1 Classic Marinara Sauce mix
1 (28 oz.) can petite diced tomatoes
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (optional)

This is an easy pantry staple to make a quick Italian sauce when you don't have time to simmer it all day, perfect for pasta or pizza. Also, use to top chicken parmesan or eggplant parmigiana. Classic Marinara Sauce was previously known as Rustic Red Sauce. New name, same great flavor!With Spice & Easy, cooking is as easy as 1, 2, 3! Just open, spice and serve. Each Meal Starter Spice Mix includes the pre-measured seasonings needed to make a quick, simple and tasty recipe.

DIRECTIONS:
In a medium pot over medium heat, add Classic Marinara Sauce mix, tomatoes, and olive oil (if using) and stir until combined. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 8 to 10 min., stirring occasionally.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
Use as a sauce for pasta, pizza, or breaded chicken. Top with fresh herbs and grated Parmesan.

YIELDS:
Serves 6.

Classic Marinara Sauce Q&A

How much Italian seasoning should I add to tomato sauce?

One tablespoon of dried Italian seasoning should be enough to add to your homemade tomato sauce, unless you're using fresh Italian herbs. Our tomato sauce seasoning mix includes pre-measured Italian spices in its blend.

How can I thicken tomato sauce?

The best ways to thicken a tomato sauce is to either let it simmer for hours over time, or by adding a bit more tomato paste. To get a thicker consistency with this tomato sauce seasoning packet, simmer longer than package recipe.

How to make an easy Italian red sauce?

To make an easy homemade Italian red sauce, use our Classic Marinara Sauce mix & follow the directions correctly. You can also make one with fresh ingredients, but you'll find our tomato sauce mix will taste just as high quality and gourmet as fresh.

What happened to Rustic Red Sauce?

This is the same great mix, just with a different name!