Iron Mike's Sweet Tomato Pizza Sauce the Spirit of Cincinnati

Introducing *Iron Mike's Sweet Tomato Pizza Sauce – The Spirit of Cincinnati*, a mouthwatering tribute to the city's love for bold, balanced flavors. This homemade pizza sauce combines the sweetness of honey and the tang of apple cider vinegar for a unique twist on tradition. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, dried herbs, and a touch of smoked paprika and cinnamon, it delivers a rich depth that elevates any pizza night. Made with pantry staples like canned crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, this quick and easy recipe takes just 30 minutes from start to finish. Perfect for spreading on your favorite crust, it embodies the spirit of Cincinnati with every bite – sweet, savory, and utterly irresistible. Ideal for pizza enthusiasts looking for a simple, flavor-packed sauce to wow their taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes (canned, unsalted preferred)
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 3

3. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine with the garlic and oil.

Step 4

4. Add the tomato paste, honey, apple cider vinegar, dried oregano, dried basil, smoked paprika, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to incorporate the spices and seasonings into the sauce.

Step 5

5. Add the water to the saucepan and mix until well combined. This helps to slightly thin the sauce for spreading consistency.

Step 6

6. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

7. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed. For more sweetness, add a drizzle of honey; for more depth, add a pinch of salt or smoked paprika.

Step 8

8. Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool slightly. Use immediately on pizza or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(954.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	572.0

Total Fat 29.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1254.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 76.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 57.7g
Protein 7.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 152.3mg	0%
Iron 6.4mg	0%
Potassium 1605.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.9%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 50.9%