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Close-up of a white bowl filled with vibrant, chunky homemade pizza sauce, showcasing herbs and spices.

Homemade Pizza Sauce


  • Author: recipebychefs.com
  • Total Time: 20 min
  • Yield: About 3 cups 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple and quick recipe for homemade pizza sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Let cool before using on your pizza.

Notes

  • For a smoother sauce, you can blend it with an immersion blender after cooking.
  • Adjust seasonings to your preference.
  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 15 min
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 40
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 1g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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