Easy Peasy Pizza Sauce
Say goodbye to store-bought with this "Easy Peasy Pizza Sauce" recipe, a quick and flavorful homemade option that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Featuring pantry-friendly ingredients like canned crushed tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and a medley of dried herbs, this sauce is the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and zesty goodness. A dash of optional crushed red pepper flakes adds a customizable kick, while a touch of sugar rounds out the flavors beautifully. Whether you’re making a classic margherita or a creative veggie-loaded pie, this simple pizza sauce is a must-have staple. Bonus: It’s freezer-friendly, so you can always have a batch on hand for pizza night emergencies!
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Ingredients
- 15 oz Canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Dried basil
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 0.25 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Step 2
Once the oil is warm, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, making sure to scrape the bottom of the pan to incorporate the garlic.
Step 4
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, sugar, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Add more salt or sugar to balance flavors if necessary.
Step 7
Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before using it on your pizza.
Step 8
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (468.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 391.2 |
| Total Fat 29.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1714.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 32.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.0g | |
| Protein 6.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 139.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1470.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories