Quick and easy marinara sauce

This is a quick and easy marinara sauce that can become your ‘go-to’ for when you need it.

Ingredients

• 1 tsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, smashed
• 400g tin crushed or diced tomatoes, we use Australian or Italian grown tomatoes
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tsp oregano
• 2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Method

1. In a medium pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add garlic and sauté until golden, being careful not to burn.
3. Add crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, oregano, and bay leaf. Stir and reduce heat to low.
4. Cover and let simmer about 15-20 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and add fresh basil.