Redroadhome's Pizza Sauce

Elevate your homemade pizza game with Redroadhome's Pizza Sauce, a rich and flavorful homemade sauce that’s bursting with authentic Italian-inspired taste. Crafted with a base of crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, this sauce is infused with aromatic garlic, savory dried herbs like oregano and basil, and a touch of sugar to balance the flavors. Its perfectly seasoned simplicity comes together in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for family pizza nights or gourmet creations. Customize the spice level with optional red pepper flakes and garnish with fresh herbs for a finishing touch. Whether spread over classic pizza dough or used as a dipping sauce, this versatile recipe is easy to prepare, freezer-friendly, and guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes (canned or fresh)
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley or basil (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30-60 seconds, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 3

Stir in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, ensuring they are well combined.

Step 4

Add the dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to incorporate the seasonings.

Step 5

Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and allow the sauce to cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.

Step 6

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or sugar if needed.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool slightly. If a smoother consistency is desired, use an immersion blender or transfer the sauce to a blender and puree until smooth.

Step 8

Use immediately on your pizza dough or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or basil before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(875.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	481.2

Total Fat 29.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1269.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 31.4g
Protein 8.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 152.8mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 1725.8mg	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: 52.3%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 40.6%