Marinara is one of the simplest tomato-based sauces you can make, but getting the basics right is what makes it so good.
Knowing a few easy pasta sauces by heart can make weeknight cooking far less stressful.
Instead of reaching for a jar every time pasta is on the menu, having a handful of reliable sauces in your repertoire means you can pull together a comforting meal with ingredients that are often already in the kitchen.
While supermarket shelves are packed with ready-made options, making your own sauce gives you far more control over the flavour.
You can adjust the seasoning, add fresh herbs, make it richer or lighter, and use it in everything from pasta and lasagne to meatballs and baked dishes.
