Easy Pizza Sauce
Transform your homemade pizza nights with this incredibly simple yet flavor-packed Easy Pizza Sauce! Bursting with the rich taste of canned crushed tomatoes, garlic sautéed in olive oil, and a medley of Italian-inspired spices like oregano and basil, this recipe delivers authentic pizzeria-quality flavor in just 15 minutes. A touch of sugar balances the acidity, while optional red pepper flakes add a subtle kick for spice lovers. The best part? There's no need for blending or complicated steps—just stir, simmer, and enjoy. Perfect for slathering on pizza dough, dipping breadsticks, or even as a base for pasta, this versatile sauce is a must-have in your kitchen. It’s quick, customizable, and ideal for making your next pizza night unforgettable!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Sugar
- 0.75 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and stir to combine with the garlic and oil.
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, onion powder, sugar, salt, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), and black pepper.
Stir well to distribute the seasonings evenly throughout the sauce.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then lower the heat to medium-low and let it cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more salt or sugar based on your preference.
Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before using it on your pizza dough.
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for future use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
387 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.1 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2305 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.4 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 144 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1482 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
