Quick and Easy Homemade Pizza Sauce Recipe

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Quick and Easy Homemade Pizza Sauce Recipe
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
15mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on December 13, 2023

Make your own flavorful and delicious pizza sauce at home with this easy recipe. This quick and simple sauce is perfect for topping your homemade pizzas and will elevate your pizza game to a whole new level. It uses common pantry ingredients and can be made in just a few minutes. Say goodbye to store-bought pizza sauce and enjoy the fresh taste of homemade!

Ingredients

  • 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, and stir until well combined.
  4. Add the dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
  6. Let the sauce cook for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  7. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning, if needed.
  8. Remove from heat and let the sauce cool down before using it as a pizza topping.

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