Description
Elevate your pizza game with this homemade Fan Favorite Pizza Sauce. Bursting with rich tomato flavor, aromatic herbs, and a hint of sweetness, this sauce is an essential component for any pizza lover. Simple to prepare, it brings the family together for cozy movie nights or vibrant pizza parties. Experience the magic of fresh ingredients combined to create a savory sauce that complements any topping perfectly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (28 oz) whole San Marzano tomatoes
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and drain excess liquid from canned tomatoes.
- Blend tomatoes and minced garlic in a food processor until smooth.
- Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add blended mixture and stir well.
- Incorporate dried oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper; simmer on low heat for 20 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before cooling slightly.
- Use on your favorite pizza dough or store for later use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, use fresh herbs instead of dried when possible. Simmer longer (up to an hour) for deeper flavor development. Feel free to add red pepper flakes for extra heat or Italian seasoning for variety.