Description
This Fan Favorite Pizza Sauce is rich, bold, and layered with Italian herbs and garlic. Perfect for quick weeknight pizzas or gourmet pizza nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (28 oz) San Marzano tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat until just warm.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds without browning. Stir in oregano and basil.
- Pour in the canned San Marzano tomatoes. Crush by hand if whole, or blend lightly.
- Season with salt, pepper, sugar (if using), and red pepper flakes.
- Simmer on low for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally until slightly thickened.
- Blend for a smoother texture if desired. Skip if you prefer it chunky.
- Let sauce cool and store in airtight containers. Refrigerate or freeze as needed.
Notes
- This sauce is great for freezing.
- It is better than anything from a jar.
- Use it for pizza, dips, or as a base for other dishes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg