Papa John's Pizza Sauce

Recreate the signature flavor of your favorite takeout pizza with this irresistibly easy and flavorful Papa John’s Pizza Sauce recipe! Made with pantry staples like canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a blend of Italian-inspired seasonings, this homemade sauce is rich, tangy, and perfectly balanced. A touch of granulated sugar enhances the natural sweetness of the tomatoes, while garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of optional red pepper flakes add layers of savory depth. Simmered to perfection in just 15 minutes and finished with a drizzle of olive oil for a silky finish, this pizza sauce is ideal for achieving a pizzeria-quality base for all your homemade pies. Quick to prepare and bursting with fresh, customizable flavors, this recipe is a must-try for pizza night!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 14 oz Canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 1/3 cup Water
• 1.5 tsp Granulated sugar
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp Onion powder
• 1/4 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tbsp Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and water. Stir until well combined.

Step 2

Add the granulated sugar, salt, dried oregano, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Mix thoroughly.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the olive oil for added richness and shine.

Step 6

Allow the sauce to cool slightly before spreading it over your pizza dough. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(541.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	292.1

Total Fat 15.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2880.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.3g	0%
Total Sugars 26.9g
Protein 7.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 151.2mg	0%
Iron 5.6mg	0%
Potassium 1700.1mg	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: 42.5%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 48.8%