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Pizza Sauce Recipe

A rich, flavorful homemade pizza sauce made with simple ingredients. Perfect for spreading on your favorite pizza dough!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 3
Course: Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 35
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 (14 oz / 400g) can Canned crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp Tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp Dried oregano
  • 1 tsp Dried basil
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • ½ tsp (or to taste) Salt
  • ¼ tsp Black pepper
  • ¼ tsp (optional, for heat) Red pepper flakes

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • wooden spoon
  • Blender or immersion blender (optional, for smoother texture)
  • Airtight storage jar

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant (avoid browning).
  2. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, sugar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well.
  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
  4. For a smoother texture, blend with an immersion blender or transfer to a countertop blender.
  5. Let the sauce cool before spreading on pizza dough. Store leftovers in an airtight jar for up to 1 week or freeze for 3 months.

Notes

  • No-Cook Variation: Skip simmering and mix all ingredients for a fresher, chunkier sauce.
  • Enhance Flavor: Add a splash of balsamic vinegar or a pinch of fennel seeds for depth.
  • Storage: Freeze in ice cube trays for portioned use.