How to Bake Chicken Breast

Boneless chicken breasts are a wonderful, easy to work with raw material. They are versatile and can be used in a number of different meals. The best part about chicken breast is that they are the healthiest cut of the chicken, the one recommended for heart patients. Whenever possible, buy boneless chicken breast that is on sale as opposed to the packaged frozen ones. There are hundreds of different ways to use chicken breast; they can be used in sandwiches, skillet dinners, casseroles and pasta dishes, cut into strips for salads, and also in many crockpot dishes. There are also many different ways of baking chicken breast, so we will explain to you the basics.

Using Oven

If not knowing how to bake boneless chicken breast held you back so far, let it no longer, for the process is incredibly easy. This easy preparation gives up flavorful results:

1. You need split chicken breasts, 1 tablespoon of herb butter for each breast, at room temperature and salt and pepper.
2. As always, start by heating the oven to 375F. For the herb butter, all you need to do is mix some of your favorite herbs into the butter.
3. Make a slit in the skin and carefully slip your fingers in to create space between the skin and the meat. Try not to tear the skin. Ease in a tablespoon of herb butter and under the skin of each breast.
4. Spray a roasting pan with cooking spray and place the chicken breasts in it.
5. People are often confused about how long to bake chicken breast, often pulling it out while it is still raw. The ideal baking times is between 45 to 60 minutes, depending on the thickness of the breasts.
6. It is best to check the chicken breasts after 45 minutes. If you feel it is done, pull it out as you want it to retain its moisture. Let it stand for 5 minutes before digging in.

Grilling Chicken Breasts

Apart from the split chicken breasts, you will need 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic, 2 to 4 tablespoons of barbecue sauce per breast, 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt and pepper, and Irvine Spices Smokey Rotisserie Blend Seasoning. Start by filling a deep pot with water and bringing it to a boil.

1. Drop the chicken into the water and simmer for 10 minutes. Then remove the chicken, drain the water and allow it to cool.
2. In the meantime mix together the Smokey Rotisserie seasoning, chopped garlic, olive oil, and salt and pepper. When the chicken is cool to touch, rub the chicken breasts with the mixture, cover and refrigerated for 30 minutes in the least.
3. Preheat your grill and spray with cooking spray. Place chicken on hot grill and cook for 7 minutes. Turn the chicken and cook for five more minutes.
4. Add some of the barbecue sauce to the chicken and turn it over. As it cooks, cover the other side of the chicken breast with barbecue sauce. Wait 5 minutes and then turn again. After another 5 minutes, your chicken should be done. Check and if not done, keep cooking for two-to-three minutes per side.

As chicken breasts are fairly tender and cook easily, which is why they are most often cooked in a skillet. One of the best ways of how to cook chicken breast in a pan is recipe that includes bell peppers, prosciutto and wine. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and then brown it in the pan. In the pan, cook together bell peppers (red and yellow), prosciutto, garlic, diced tomatoes, white wine, thyme and oregano to form a rich gravy. Then add in the chicken breast and chicken stock, and bring to a boil. Then simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, remove and serve.

The above instructions teach you the basics of how to bake chicken breast. Armed with this knowledge, you can try the hundred of different preparations of baked chicken breast. Bon appetit!

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Paprika Substitutes

Spices are an integral part of cooking, simply due to the fact that they lend flavor and aroma. A combination of spices can transform something bland to the most lip-smacking delicacies in the world. Paprika is one such spice which adds a characteristic bright color and rich flavor to the food. It is made by grinding the dried pods of the pepper plants like bell peppers or chili peppers, belonging to species Capsicum annuum. Depending upon the peppers used, paprika spice comes in different colors varying from bright orange-red to deep red. The orange one being the hottest and the red, the sweetest. This tropical plant is native to South America, and grows well in cooler climates. Most of the commercial paprika comes from Spain, South America, California and Hungary.

Paprika releases its color and flavor when heated and so, is mainly used to add color to dishes. It enhances the overall appearance of the dish, but does little to alter their taste. Paprika spice is often used for garnishing purposes and sprinkled on eggs, hors d'oeuvre and salads for color. What if, while cooking, you suddenly realize that you have run out of this incredible spice? Don't fret! Here are a few substitutes you can use that will add a delicious flavor and color to your dish, if paprika is not available.

Substitutes for Paprika
Cayenne Pepper
Cayenne pepper is a hot red chili pepper, used as a flavoring agent in different cuisines. Cayenne pepper is stronger and hotter than paprika, hence the quantity should be minimal or on the lesser side. It can be accompanied with a sweetener like sugar or honey when used as an alternative in a recipe to retain the distinct sweet flavor of paprika. Depending on your spice tolerance and recipe, you can add salt, cream or heavy broth to help reduce the spiciness of cayenne pepper.

Use: tsp. or tsp. of ground Cayenne Pepper for 1 tsp. Paprika
Chili Powder
Chili powder or chile powder is powdered hot chili pepper, prepared either from red peppers or cayenne peppers. Considered to be a better substitute for paprika, chili powder is quite flavorful and is not very spicy like cayenne pepper. It can be added in the same amounts as paprika.

Use: 1 tsp. Chili Powder for 1 tsp. Paprika
Cajun Spice
Cajun spice seasoning which is prepared by blending cayenne, black and white peppers is commonly used in Cajun recipes. Just like chili powder, Cajun spice is not as hot as cayenne pepper and hence, can be used as an effective substitute.

Use: 1 tsp. Cajun Sauce for 1 tsp. Paprika
Hot Sauce
Hot sauce, chili sauce, pepper sauce or any other spicy sauce, prepared of chili peppers and other ingredients like vinegar, oil, water and even alcohol, can be used as an alternative for paprika in any recipe. These sauces serve as an ideal substitute in a recipe where taste is a more dominant factor than color.

Use: 1 tsp. Hot Sauce for 1 tsp. Paprika
Tomato
One of the most readily available substitute for paprika is tomato. It would be a good substitute for color and presentation, however the flavor will be different. A dash of chili powder or any standard hot sauce will be a good supplement to get a hint of paprika's smoky-sweet flavor. One can also use tomato sauce or tomato juice as a substitute for water or liquid in the recipe.

Use: 1 tsp. Tomato Juice with a dash of Chili Powder for 1 tsp. Paprika
Aleppo Peppers
Aleppo pepper is a Middle Eastern red colored spice. Its spiciness lies between that of paprika and cayenne pepper and the quantity to be added varies on the preference of hotness and taste of the dish.

Use: to 1 tsp. Aleppo Pepper for 1 tsp. Paprika
Black Pepper
When you need a dash of spice in the dish, just add black pepper in the recipe. Black or white pepper can be used as an alternative for paprika when the reddish hue of paprika is of secondary importance.

Use: 1 tsp. Black or White Pepper Powder for 1 tsp. Paprika
Pimenton de La Vera
It is a smoky, brick-red powder and comes is three levels of spiciness that range from slightly sweet to bitter hot. You can liven up lamb stews, briskets, potatoes, yogurt, meat dish or bowl of nuts using this spice.

Use: 1 tsp. Pimenton de La Vera for 1 tsp. Paprika
Bell Peppers
This is a homemade version of paprika. Remove the stems from well-ripened red, yellow or orange bell peppers and until the peppers are brittle, place them in a dehydrator. Also, completely dehydrate sliced bell peppers in an oven at 120 F on a baking sheet. Place the dried peppers in a cotton bag and grind them by rubbing the peppers against the sides. Grind them in a small mill grinder and then sieve before use. This homemade paprika is more fragrant, distinct and flavorful than most ready-made store-bought varieties.

Use: 2 tsp. Bell Pepper Powder for 1 tsp. Paprika
Chipotle Powder
Whole chipotle chilies are dried and then ground to make chipotle powder. It is a good alternative to smoked hot paprika, as it has a hot and smoky flavor. Chipotle powder is a good substitute for sweet paprika to give a spicy taste to the dishes instead of a sweet flavor.

Use: 1 tsp. Chipotle Powder for 1 tsp. Paprika
Red Pepper Flakes
Red pepper flakes are made by crushing dried spicy red peppers. Red pepper flakes have a hot, spicy and sometimes smoky flavor, like paprika. Their spiciness ranges from mild to spicy, depending on the process of making them and from what they are made. Crushed red pepper flakes are hotter than paprika and the quantity to be used should be adjusted accordingly.

Use: 1 tsp. or to tsp Red Pepper Flakes for 1 tsp. Paprika
The substitute you wish to use will depend on the recipe. The flavor and spiciness of the recipe should be kept in mind and then select an alternative accordingly. However, these substitutes should only be used in case of emergency, as most of the recipes are usually developed with ingredients that support the use of paprika. Using other substitutes in its place, may affect the taste and texture of the recipe.

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Tomato Sauce from Scratch

Tomatoes, with their soft, succulent flesh, high liquid content, and rich flavor, are the first preference when it comes to making sauces. Different countries have their own name for this sauce. In Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and the United Kingdom, it is described as a condiment, whereas in the United States, it is popularly called ketchup. This sauce can be made at home or even purchased from food stores and supermarkets. One of the best features of homemade tomato sauce is that it tastes better than the commercial version. As it lacks artificial flavors and preservatives it is does not affect your health and can be tailored to your diet. The recipe can be modified according to your preference by adding sugar or salt. You can also cook it for a shorter or longer period of time to get the desired thickness. Since the ingredients are easily available, making tomato sauce is less time-consuming.

Homemade Tomato Sauce Recipe
Ingredients

• Tomatoes, chopped, 6
• Onions, diced, 3
• Garlic cloves, minced, 6
• Olive oil, cup
• Green peppers, minced, 2
• White wine, 3 tablespoons
• Pepper, 1 teaspoon
• Salt to taste

Directions
In a medium-sized saucepan heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and add onions, green pepper, and minced garlic, and saut till the onions and garlic becomes golden brown. Transfer the tomatoes, white wine pepper, and salt to taste. Stir till the ingredients get mixed together and it gets a saucy feel. Let this mixture simmer for about 20 minutes on medium flame.

Basic Tomato Sauce Recipe
Ingredients

• Tomatoes, crushed, 8
• Olive oil, 3 tablespoons
• Medium-sized onion, diced, 1
• Garlic cloves, minced, 5
• Salt to taste

Directions
In a skillet, heat the olive oil and add onion when the oil begins to simmer. Cook the onion till it becomes light pink in color. Add the garlic and saut till it becomes golden brown. Stir in the tomatoes and cook for about 20 minutes till the sauce begins to thicken. Add salt and a pinch of sugar if required.

Tomato Sauce Recipe Using Fresh Tomatoes
Ingredients

• Fresh tomatoes, chopped, 5
• Small onions, diced, 3
• Garlic cloves, minced, 6
• Red bell peppers, chopped, 2
• Chopped celery, 1 cup
• Tomato paste, 3 cans
• Parsley and fresh basil, chopped, cup
• Fresh thyme, 1 tablespoon
• Dried oregano, 1 teaspoons
• Pepper, teaspoon
• Olive oil, 1 cup
• Bay leaves, 5
• Salt to taste

Directions
In a saucepan, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil and saut the onions till it turns translucent. Add the chopped peppers, celery, and garlic, and cook them with onion for about 5 minutes. Stir in the remaining seasonings, tomatoes, and tomato paste and cook till the oil forms a thin film and the sauce thickens. You can serve this sauce with pizza or spaghetti.

Italian Tomato Sauce Recipe
Ingredients

• Tomatoes, 6
• Extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons
• Garlic cloves, thinly sliced, 5
• Freshly ground pepper, teaspoon
• Medium-sized onion, diced, 1
• Lemon juice (optional), 1 teaspoon
• Red wine, cup
• Fresh basil, finely chopped, cup
• Raw (turbinado) sugar, 1 tablespoon
• Italian parsley, chopped, 2 tablespoons
• Salt to taste

Directions
Blanch the tomatoes in boiling water till their skins turn loose and wrinkled. Soak them in ice-cold water and remove the skin. Squeeze these tomatoes through a strainer to remove the seeds. In a skillet, heat olive oil and saut onions till they become translucent. Add basil and garlic, and cook for about 5 minutes. Now add the seedless tomato, salt, and pepper and stir for about 15 minutes. Stir in the wine and let this mixture simmer till it becomes half the quantity. If you want to get a tangy sour flavor, mix the lemon juice before removing from the burner. Garnish it with freshly chopped parsley and serve it with Italian pasta.

Quick Tomato Sauce Recipe
Ingredients

• Crushed red tomatoes, 1 can
• Extra virgin olive oil, cup
• Lemon zest, cup
• Finely chopped garlic cloves, 5
• Fine grain sea salt, teaspoon
• Red pepper flakes, crushed, 1 teaspoon

Directions
In a saucepan saut the garlic, sea salt, and red pepper flakes with olive oil till everything is fragrant. Add the tomatoes and stir it till the mixture begins to simmer. Stir in the lemon zest and remove the pan from the heat. Serve the sauce with pasta.

Easy Tomato Sauce Recipe
Ingredients

• Large tomatoes, chopped, 3
• Tomato puree, 1 tablespoon
• Medium-sized onion, diced, 1
• Pepper, teaspoon
• Olive oil, teaspoon
• Salt to taste

Directions
Saut the onion with olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan, till the onion becomes translucent. Add the tomatoes and stir for about 15 minutes. Stir in the pepper, tomato puree, and salt and cook till the mixture becomes thick.

Fresh Tomato Spaghetti Sauce
Ingredients

• Butter, 2 tablespoons
• Fresh tomatoes. 4
• Garlic cloves, crushed, 4
• Medium-sized onions, finely chopped, 2
• Fresh basil, chopped, teaspoon
• Oregano, 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil, cup
• Fresh parsley sprigs, 4
• Freshly ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon
• Sugar, 1 tablespoon
• Grated Parmesan cheese, 3 tablespoons
• Salt to taste

Directions
Place a saucepan on medium heat and add olive oil. Once the oil has heated, add butter and allow it to melt. Add onions, crushed garlic, basil, and stir. Cook for a couple of minutes until the onions turn soft and translucent. Now add the tomatoes, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring the sauce to a boil. Once the sauce starts bubbling, reduce the heat and allow it to simmer for about 20 minutes. Transfer the contents to a bowl and allow it cool. You can now use this sauce for spaghetti or any other Italian pasta.

If you enjoyed making tomato sauce from scratch, then it's time to bid farewell to the artificially flavored tomato sauces available in the market. You can even improvise and add your own ingredients. Adding natural preservatives will increase the shelf life of the sauce.

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Roasting a Chicken in Oven

Who doesn't love a chicken roast or roasted chicken? It is a perfect dish for parties, small get together or even for Sunday lunches. There are several scrumptious roast chicken recipes that can be prepared at home easily. Here is a simple recipe of making roasted chicken with simple herbs.

Best Way to Roast a Chicken

Before actually roasting a frozen chicken in oven, you need to thaw it in the refrigerator overnight. It should be noted that chicken should never be thawed outside the refrigerator or it can lead to infections. Secondly, while cooking roast chicken, the oven should be pre-heated, and you should stuff the chicken only a couple of minutes before you roast it. This way, the stuffing will maintain its taste.

Ingredients

• 3lb 5oz of free chicken
• 1 lemon
• A small bunch fresh thyme stalks
• 1-2 cloves of garlic
• 2fl oz of olive oil
• Sea salt to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Method of Preparation

• Initially you need to preheat the oven to 400 degree F
• Remove the chicken giblets from the chicken cavity. Cut the lemon in half and place it inside the cavity of the chicken.
• Now put a few leaves and stalks of thyme into the slit of the chicken.
• In a bowl, add olive oil, remaining thyme leaves and stalks, and crushed cloves of garlic. Mix it in a blender until it is homogeneous.
• Now place the chicken on roasting tray and spoon this flavored oil all over the chicken, inside out. You can pour the remaining directly on the top the chicken.
• Sprinkle salt and freshly ground pepper over the chicken for seasoning.
• Now the chicken should be covered with a foil loosely and roasted in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
• After the prescribed time, reduce the temperature of the oven to 320-350 degree F, remove the foil and cook for another 30 minutes.
• The color of the chicken will turn golden brown when is it cooked. In order to confirm whether it is completely cooked or not, you can pierce the chicken in the thickest part (thigh) with a skewer. If the juices run clear, the chicken is cooked!
• Now remove the chicken from the oven, cover in a foil and let it to rest for 5-10 minutes.
• You can heat the pan juices again over the gas / burner.
• Take the chicken out of the foil and carve / cut it. Pour the pan juices on top of the chicken and your oven-roasted chicken is ready to serve!

This is the simplest and easiest way of roasting a chicken in oven at home. Now, if you want to slow roast a chicken, so as to make it more tender and soft, then you need to follow the same initial procedure of seasoning the chicken. Later, you need to follow the following steps to make a slow oven roasted chicken:

• Preheat the oven initially to 400-450 degrees F and cook for 15-20 minutes. This will make the skin of the chicken crispy.
• Now, lower the temperature to 250 degrees F and cook the chicken for an hour.
• Lastly, increase the temperature again to 400-450 degrees F and cook for 15-20 minutes.

With these methods, I hope you must have realized that making roast chicken is quite easy. So, if planning the next house party, you know what your special main course will be! Good luck!

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How to Make Sugar Glue

Sugar glue is a strong, adhesive-like substance that can clamp onto anything once you place it onto a surface. It is usually made use of when it comes to decorating cakes and other pastries that call for a colorful display of work. You can do so many things with sugar glue, where even kids can use these for fun baking experiments, being a very versatile substance to work with. There are many ingredients that you can add into a mix to make it into a reliable glue that can be used for cooking.

How to Make Edible Sugar Glue

Making sugar glue like I said is simple, you can use it in cookie recipes or desserts / pastries that require a stiff fondant to decorate its top.

An easy recipe on how to make sugar glue is to have 2 cups of confectioner's sugar, 1 and a half teaspoon of cream of tartar and 3 egg whites. Using a mixer with a speed adjuster, first drop into this the egg whites waiting for it to whisk until they take on a frothy look. Add then to this the cream of tartar, whipping it up in the mixer but not letting the peaks get stiff yet. After about two minutes when the mix takes on a shiny finish, add in half a cup at a time of the confectioners sugar, keeping the mixer on low-speed while gradually adding in the rest of the sugar. Once the peaks start to stiffen while being beaten, turn the mixer off and gently tip over the container to see if it holds your mix. If it does, this indicates that your preparation is now ready to be used.

Royal icing has been known to be the best of the best when it comes to gluing a stronghold structure, being a reliable substance while attaching together complicated dessert works like cakes and what not, that need welding. All you need to do is beat together 3 egg whites, 2 cups of confectioner's sugar and vanilla to get that rock hard mixture using the same mixing technique in the previous option. Yon can use a range of food colors to make interesting sugar glue finishes while decorating your pastry pieces.

Simple ingredients make a huge difference when brought together, seeing that they can turn themselves into much-needed add-ons whilst cooking. Combine together 1 cup of water, 1 tablespoon of corn syrup and a tablespoon of white vinegar before boiling it on a medium low flame. Once the mixture turns hot and consistent, drop these into little bowls using colors to separate each one before using it for your purpose.

Need that perfect gooey fondant to set your pastries to perfection? Mix together two teaspoons of gum Arabic powder with a quarter cup of water, thoroughly marrying the two together. You can use it to coat practically anything from candy to chocolate to even marshmallows.

Making sugar glue is fun and easy especially if you get kids involved for an experience in the kitchen like layering cakes, muffins and cupcakes. Have friends and family join in on your delicious endeavor to make your pastries one-of-a-kind, and try other methods on making simple sugar glue recipes. Don't be afraid to add in a touch of your own ideas like fruity bits or flavored essence, since it can really turn around the sugar glue when you dig into it as part of a dessert. The best way to use these concoctions is to place them in generous heaps between two macaroon biscuits, while then squeezing them shut gently; you have yourself quite a treat once the glue sets.

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How to Grill Salmon

Salmon steaks and salmon filet are the ultimate dreams for every fish recipe lover. Salmon tastes the best, when it is grilled. Salmon is a relatively high fat fish with scrumptious taste. Once you get to know how long to grill salmon, you can try any possible recipe of your choice. You can simply brush up the salmon with a bit of olive oil with salt and pepper and savor it or you can also season the salmon with deep marinade and enhance the delight.

How to Cook Salmon on the Grill: Preparation

You will have to prepare the salmon before grilling it. Decide upon what kind of dish you want to make out of the salmon and start the preparations for the same. Make sure, if you want the salmon filets or the steaks and then season it with the favorite seasoning. Try following seasoning techniques to cook salmon on the grill.

• Keep on the skin of the salmon and coat it with a thin layer of olive oil. Now just add a pinch of salt and pepper over the salmon.
• Whisk 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, tablespoon minced garlic, 6 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of mustard and brush this seasoning over the salmon filet before grilling it.

Instructions

• You can use any type of grill to cook salmon on the grill. Any grill like a charcoal grill, as well as gas grill will be more than helpful for the cause of cooking the salmon on grill. The most important step of grilling is to preheat the grill.
• If you have a gas grill make sure you preheat it over at least 325C. If you have a charcoal grill or a barbecue, make sure that the coals are bright hot with subsided flames. Make sure your grill is at medium to hot before you start cooking the salmon on grill.
• There is one simple technique to determine the heat of the grill. Place your hand 5 inches above the grill, if you can keep the hand there for more than 5 seconds, then it is ideal to grill salmon over that grill.
• Grill salmon over medium to high heat for about four minutes. Cover the grill, only if you have a gas grill.
• Set the timer and relax, instead of checking the fish again and again. Stay near the grill so that you can remove the salmon as soon as the timer goes off.
• Do not try to overcook the salmon. Remember that salmon will keep cooking for a few seconds more, after you remove it from the grill. To check if the fish is cooked properly, touch it with hand. If the fish is firm with a little bit of sponginess, it's done.

Those of you who don't have a grill at home, don't need to worry about how to grill salmon. You people can always use the grill pan for grilling salmon. There are many techniques to prepare the salmon for grilling. You can try many marinating techniques, once you get a hand over how long to grill salmon. One can also apply mayonnaise on top of the salmon filet just before the grilling and have it when cooked! There are many recipes that you can try over once you learn how to grill salmon. Make sure you grill salmon well to retain its taste and texture. Buen Provecho!

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Marinara Sauce from Scratch

Marinara sauce is a popular Italian sauce that goes well with other Italian dishes like pasta, especially ziti and linguini. The basic ingredient is tomato, however, this sauce is a lot more spicier than other standard tomato sauces. This is because large amounts of various spices such as oregano, garlic, basil, pepper and even chili pepper go in!

Marinara sauces with slight modifications, using different spices are available in the market. However, it is very simple to make this spicy sauce from scratch at home. Homemade sauce can be made by using the desired spices. The sauce is good for health as it is free from the various food additives and preservatives.

Marinara Sauce Recipes

Although marinara sauce is mostly used to spice up Italian pasta, it can also be used as a dipping sauce for various finger foods. It can even be used to add a little zest to a variety of meat dishes, such as chicken, grilled seafood and pork steaks. Making this sauce from scratch is not all that difficult! It is very simple and takes just about 30 minutes or so.

Basic Marinara Sauce Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup onion, diced
• 1 can tomato paste
• 2 cans stewed tomatoes
• 5 tablespoons olive oil
• cup white wine
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon oregano, dried
• teaspoon black pepper, ground
• 4 tablespoons parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt

Directions

Blend together tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt and pepper, in a food processor, to form a smooth paste. In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Saut onions in olive oil for about 2 to 3 minutes. Now, add the blended mixture of tomatoes to it and mix well. Add the white wine and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Your marina sauce is ready to be poured over the pasta!

Marinara Sauce Recipe with Fresh Tomatoes

Ingredients

• 1 can crushed tomatoes
• 1 small onion, diced
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
• Oregano, dried
• Salt
• Pepper

Directions

In a medium-sized saucepan, heat about 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil. Saute the diced onions in it for about 2 to 3 minutes, until they turn translucent and soft. Now, add the crushed tomatoes along with the juice and stir well. Add basil leaves, oregano, salt and pepper. Simmer over medium heat for half an hour or so, until the sauce thickens and reaches the right consistency. Serve with freshly boiled pasta or finger foods!

Marinara Sauce Recipe with Tomato Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 cans Italian tomato puree
• 2 cans tomato sauce
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons parsley flakes
• 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoon salt

Directions

Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan. Add onions and garlic to it. Saute the onions till they become soft and translucent. Now, add the tomato sauce and tomato puree and stir well. Add all the spices and the grated cheese. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 30 minutes.

This was all about making marinara sauce from scratch. Wasn't that easy! So what are you waiting for? Pick up a recipe of this sauce and get going! Happy cooking!

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