Quick Italian Marinara Sauce: No Sugar Added

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 (28 oz) cans of crushed tomatoes
• 11/2 cup water
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 2 teaspoons dried fennel seed
• 2 teaspoons dried parsley
• 2 teaspoons salt
• pepper to taste
• red chili pepper flakes to taste
• Optional: Top with fresh chopped basil and grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a large dutch oven or pot. Saute the garlic.
2. Add all the other ingredients to the pot and bring to a boil.
3. Once at a boil, cover and reduce heat. Simmer for 25-30 minutes.
4. Add optional toppings and serve over your favorite pasta!

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