Homemade Pizza Sauce

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Courses:
Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 32
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Description

A great pizza starts with a great sauce, and this Homemade Pizza Sauce is full of fresh, classic Italian-inspired flavor. Garlic and onion are sautéed in olive oil before crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste are added to create a rich tomato base. Oregano, basil, and parsley add aromatic flavor, while a pinch of red pepper flakes brings just a subtle touch of heat. 

Slowly simmering the sauce allows it to reduce and develop a thick, spreadable consistency that’s perfect for pizza dough, flatbreads, and individual pizzas. Simple ingredients and a little time on the stovetop are all it takes to create a homemade pizza sauce that’s ready for whatever toppings you’re craving.

Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 large cloves of garlic (crushed or minced)
  • 1 medium white or yellow onion (finely chopped)
  • 30 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 15 ounces tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flake
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
  1. 1

    Set a large, heavy-bottomed stock pot over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.

  2. 2

    Stir in the chopped onion. Cook for 3-4 minutes, then add the garlic. Cook, stirring, for another minute.

  3. 3

    Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste and stir to combine. 

     

  4. 4

    Stir in the sugar, oregano, basil, parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper, and bring the sauce to a boil, stirring continuously. 

     

  5. 5

    Reduce the heat to low and simmer gently, stirring occasionally, for 30 to 40 minutes or until the sauce has reduced and thickened. 

     

  6. 6
    A jar of homemade pizza sauce on a white cutting board with vine tomatoes, garlic, salt, and peppercorns.

    Remove from the heat and cool slightly before using to make your pizza.  This sauce is also great for dipping breadsticks!

    Refrigerate any unused portion and enjoy within 7 to 10 days.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 32

Serving Size 2 tablespoons

Amount Per Serving
Calories 25kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.7g2%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Sodium 115mg5%
Potassium 175mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 4.2g2%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Sugars 2.5g
Protein 0.9g2%
Vitamin A 24 mcg
Vitamin C 5 mg
Calcium 18 mg
Iron 0.6 mg
Vitamin E 0.7 mg
Vitamin K 3 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.07 mg
Folate 10 mcg
Magnesium 12 mg
Zinc 0.2 mg
Selenium 0.6 mcg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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