Breastfeeding Friendly Paleo Marinara Sauce
A rich, slow-simmered tomato sauce made from scratch is one of those kitchen staples that makes everything taste better, and this version is built entirely from clean, whole-food ingredients. San Marzano tomatoes bring a natural sweetness and depth that no jarred sauce can quite match, while garlic bloomed slowly in good olive oil creates a fragrant, savory base that carries the whole dish. Fresh basil stirred in at the end keeps things bright and aromatic without any cooking-out of flavor. For anyone watching what goes into their body during breastfeeding, this sauce is a genuinely reassuring option — no added sugars, no preservatives, no mystery fillers that tend to sneak into store-bought versions. Every ingredient is straightforward and recognizable, which makes it easy to feel confident about what you're eating and passing along. The optional red pepper flakes let you dial the heat up or down depending on your preference and how your little one is responding to your diet. It comes together in under 30 minutes of active cooking and stores beautifully, so you can make a big batch and have a nourishing, versatile sauce ready to go all week long. Spoon it over zucchini noodles, use it as a dipping sauce, or build a whole comforting meal around it — this one earns a permanent spot in the rotation.
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4 servings
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed san marzano tomatoes
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp dried oregano
- 8 fresh basil leaves, torn
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-low heat until it shimmers. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes, if using, and cook, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant and just beginning to turn golden at the edges, about 2–3 minutes. Watch closely — garlic can brown quickly and turn bitter.
- 2
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine. Add the salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.
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