Pizzeria Pizza Sauce
Transform your homemade pizza into a pizzeria masterpiece with this rich and flavorful Pizzeria Pizza Sauce! Made with pantry-friendly ingredients like crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and olive oil, this sauce comes alive with the perfect blend of dried basil, oregano, and a touch of sugar to balance acidity. A quick sauté of minced garlic sets the foundation for incredible depth, while optional red pepper flakes add a hint of spice for those who crave extra zest. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make sauce is perfect for creating restaurant-worthy pizzas at home. Whether you’re crafting a classic Margherita or a loaded supreme pizza, this versatile, freezer-friendly sauce is your new go-to for pizza night.
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Ingredients
- 28 oz Crushed tomatoes (canned)
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Granulated sugar
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Dried basil
- 0.25 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Water
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring often, until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute to develop a richer flavor.
Step 4
Add the crushed tomatoes, water, granulated sugar, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to the pan.
Step 5
Mix well to combine all the ingredients, and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
Step 6
Lower the heat to medium-low and let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.
Step 7
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Step 8
Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool slightly.
Step 9
Use immediately on your pizza base or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (930.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 509.5 |
| Total Fat 30.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2196.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 60.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 38.0g | |
| Protein 12.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 180.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2041.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories