Maggiano'S Marinara Sauce Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 large ripe Roma tomatoes, peeled and finely chopped
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• Crushed red pepper 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
• Granulated sugar 1 teaspoon
• Dried oregano 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground
• 1/4 cup red wine (adds richness and depth)
• 1 bay leaf (provides earthy aroma during simmering)
• 1/2 teaspoon anchovy paste (deepens umami flavors without fishiness)