The Perfect Marinara Sauce! Enjoy on pizza, pasta and as a dip. This simple, fast and minimal ingredient recipe will make you never want to buy store-bought again!
Combine all ingredients in a sauce pot and stir to combine. Bring to a gentle boil then cover and reduce heat to low. Stirring sauce periodically to avoid burning.
Let sauce simmer for 20-30 minutes tasting and adjusting spices as needed. Once finished remove bay leaf and let sauce cool for 5 minutes.
Add sauce to blender (or use immersion blender) and mix on low until smooth.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to five days.