Italian Sauce & Mini Sausages

Introduce some Italian zest to our Mini Sausages with this simple yet delicious marinara dipping sauce.

Ingredients

• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 (28-oz.) can crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/8 teaspoon fresh black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Preparation Instructions

1. Heat a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the olive oil to the pan, allowing it to warm for 1 minute, then add the garlic and sauté it for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until it’s golden brown and fragrant.
2. Add the crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, sugar and crushed red pepper flakes (optional), stirring to combine. Simmer the sauce for 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, then season it with additional salt, pepper or sugar, to taste.

Note: The strongest flavor of the marinara sauce will depend on what variety of crushed tomatoes you use.