Description
This Fan Favorite Pizza Sauce is the ultimate homemade classic—rich, bold, and layered with Italian herbs and garlic. It’s perfect for everything from quick weeknight pizzas to gourmet pizza nights with friends. Made with simple pantry ingredients, this easy recipe comes together in just 20 minutes. Whether you’re hunting for dinner ideas, a reliable pizza base, or even a healthy snack dip, this sauce has you covered. It’s one of those easy recipes you’ll return to again and again. Great for freezing, great for sharing, and better than anything from a jar!
Ingredients
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
1. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat until just warm.
2. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds without browning. Stir in oregano and basil.
3. Pour in the canned San Marzano tomatoes. Crush by hand if whole, or blend lightly.
4. Season with salt, pepper, sugar (if using), and red pepper flakes.
5. Simmer on low for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally until slightly thickened.
6. Blend for a smoother texture if desired. Skip if you prefer it chunky.
7. Let sauce cool and store in airtight containers. Refrigerate or freeze as needed.
Notes
Always use high-quality canned tomatoes for the best flavor.
If using fresh herbs, triple the amount to match the intensity of dried ones.
Let the sauce cool before storing or blending to avoid steam pressure buildup.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sauces
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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