This classic homemade pizza sauce captures the authentic taste of Italian cooking with rich, simmered tomatoes and aromatic garlic. By sautéing onions and garlic in olive oil before adding the tomatoes, you build a deep flavor base that store-bought sauces simply cannot match. The slow simmer allows the flavors to meld, creating a robust, savory condiment that pairs perfectly with fresh dough. It is ideal for weeknight family dinners, pizza parties, or as a topping for lasagna and baked ziti. Vegan-friendly and easy to prepare, this sauce brings restaurant-quality flavor to your kitchen table.
My Favorite Pizza Sauce
Description
This classic homemade pizza sauce captures the authentic taste of Italian cooking with rich, simmered tomatoes and aromatic garlic. By saut&# 195;©ing onions and garlic in olive oil before adding the tomatoes, you build a deep flavor base that store-bought sauces simply cannot match. The slow simmer allows the flavors to meld, creating a robust, savory condiment that pairs perfectly with fresh dough. It is ideal for weeknight family dinners, pizza parties, or as a topping for lasagna and baked ziti. Vegan-friendly and easy to prepare, this sauce brings restaurant-quality flavor to your kitchen table.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat olive oil in a 3-quart saucepan over medium heat.
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Add chopped onions and sauté until transparent and golden brown, about 5 minutes.
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Add finely chopped garlic and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes longer until fragrant.
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Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, basil, oregano, salt, and crushed red pepper.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
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Simmer uncovered for at least 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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If the sauce becomes too thick during simmering, add water from the tomato can or fresh water one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 99.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 11.2g18%
- Saturated Fat 1.6g8%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 0.0mg0%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 0.0g0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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