Signature Marinara and Breadcrumbs

Signature Marinara & Breadcrumbs

Because every girls night deserves a pasta sauce that feels like a hug and a breadcrumb topping that makes it unforgettable.

My Signature Marinara Sauce

• Olive oil (be generous—it’s the base of everything)

• 1 small pat of butter (adds richness)

• 1 onion, finely chopped

• 3–4 cloves garlic, minced

• A big bunch of fresh parsley (chop the stems finely—don’t skip them, they’re full of flavor!)

• 1 can stewed tomatoes

• 2 tablespoons tomato paste

• Optional: 1–2 tablespoons sun-dried tomato pesto (this gives the sauce a rich depth)

• Salt, pepper, oregano to taste

• 1 spoonful of brown sugar to balance acidity

• A splash of red wine (and maybe a sip for the chef)

• Optional: A little saved pasta water to finish it off

Instructions:

Sauté the onion, garlic, and parsley stems in olive oil and butter until soft and fragrant.

Add stewed tomatoes, tomato paste, pesto, and wine. Let it simmer while you light candles and fluff pillows. Season with love. Stir. Sip. Serve.

Garlicky Breadcrumb Topping

• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

• Olive oil (enough to lightly coat)

• 1 clove garlic, finely minced

• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

Toast in a skillet over medium heat until golden and fragrant.

Sprinkle generously over pasta for an irresistible, fancy-girl crunch.

Girls Night Grocery List

For the Marinara:

• Olive oil

• Butter

• Onion

• Garlic

• Fresh parsley

• Stewed tomatoes

• Tomato paste

• Sun-dried tomato pesto (optional)

• Red wine

• Brown sugar

• Oregano, salt, pepper

• Pasta of choice (linguine or spaghetti work best)

• Parmesan cheese

• Crushed chili flakes

For the Topping:

• Panko breadcrumbs

• Garlic

• Olive oil

Extras:

• Pretty wine glasses

• A bottle of Prosecco or red wine

• Fresh flowers

• Candles

• A clean and cozy powder room

• Something cute and cozy to wear (pajamas, soft dress,