Ingredients

The following ingredients have 20 Servings
  • 1 cup (100g) Parmesan (, finely grated)
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Dry oregano
  • 1 pound (450g) can or fresh tomatoes (, peeled and diced)
  • 1 tbsp (14g) olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic (, minced)
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) sugar
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp (1g) dry oregano
  • fresh basil
  • red pepper flakes (, optional)
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 400F (200C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat.
  • Place heaping tablespoons of parmesan at least 1 inch (3cm) apart, flattening slightly. Sprinkle freshly ground black pepper and dry oregano on top of each.
  • Bake for about 6-8 minutes until golden and crisp.
  • Cool completely.
  • Prepare the marinara sauce. In a medium sauce pan heat oil over medium-low heat. Add garlic, cook few seconds then stir in diced tomatoes. Add sugar, basil, oregano, bay leaf, pepper flakes if used, salt and pepper.
  • Bring to a simmer and cook for about 20-25 minutes, until slightly reduced and thickened.
  • When done, remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.
  • It keeps well refrigerated for up to a week or freeze until ready to use.