Arby's Marinara Sauce Recipe

Lisa Street

When I think about dining out, Arby’s might not be the first place that comes to mind. However, there's something about their marinara sauce that piques my interest. It's one of those hidden gems. But what can you pair with this sauce to elevate your meal?

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Course sauce

Cuisine American, Italian

Servings

Calories 70 kcal

Equipment

Medium saucepan

Ingredients

15 ounces tomato purée
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves peeled and smashed (see note 1)
1/2 teaspoon dried Italian basil see note 2
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Sea salt to taste
1 teaspoon honey to balance the acidity of the tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes for a subtle heat

Instructions

Start by pouring the olive oil into a medium saucepan. Set it over medium heat. Allow it to warm up, just until it shimmers. This quick step helps to kickstart the infusion of flavor.
Toss in your smashed garlic cloves. Keep an eye on them as they sizzle. You want to lightly brown them—this releases their essence into the oil. But don’t burn them; burnt garlic can ruin the sauce.
Once the garlic has transformed into golden perfection, pour in the tomato purée. Stir everything together, allowing love and flavor to mingle.
Now it’s time to spice things up. Add dried basil, oregano, salt, and honey, and stir well. These flavors need time to chat with one another. Let them simmer together for about 10-15 minutes.
Feeling adventurous? Toss in the red pepper flakes. Stir and taste-test for seasoning. Adjust as needed. You might prefer it on the milder side or crave a spicier kick.
Once your sauce has reached the desired flavor, remove it from the heat. Allow it to cool before storing it away for your next meal.

Notes

Garlic Lovers Unite: Feel free to add more garlic according to your taste preference. Extra garlic can only enhance the flavor.
Herb Freshness: Dried herbs are convenient, but if you have fresh ones, use them! They offer a more vibrant flavor.
Customize Your Heat: Adjust the red pepper flakes based on your tolerance. A pinch for mild, more for intense heat.
Tomato Variations: Consider using diced tomatoes or crushed tomatoes instead of purée for different textures.
Sweetness Balance: Depending on the acidity of your tomatoes, you can adjust the amount of honey. Just add a little at a time until balanced.

Nutrition

Calories: 70kcal

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