Flavorful Pizza Sauce Recipe
Make your homemade pizza extra delicious with this flavorful pizza sauce recipe! Made with rich tomatoes, garlic, herbs, and a touch of spice, this easy sauce enhances any pizza with bold, authentic flavor. Perfect for classic pizzas, calzones, and even dipping!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups (enough for 2–3 pizzas)
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ½ tsp sugar
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp balsamic vinegar (optional, for depth of flavor)
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Stir in tomato sauce and tomato paste, mixing until well combined.
- Add oregano, basil, onion powder, salt, sugar, crushed red pepper, and black pepper. Stir well.
- Let the sauce simmer on low heat for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- If using, add balsamic vinegar in the last few minutes of cooking for extra depth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Let the sauce cool slightly before spreading on your pizza dough. Enjoy!
Notes
- This sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the red pepper flakes.
- Use San Marzano tomatoes for the best flavor.
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