Pictou County Pizza Sauce
Capture the authentic flavors of Nova Scotia with this rich and hearty Pictou County Pizza Sauce recipe, a must-try for pizza lovers seeking a savory twist. Unlike traditional tomato-based sauces, this unique recipe combines browned ground beef, aromatic spices like paprika and ground clove, and a touch of sweetness from molasses and brown sugar to create a deeply flavorful, meaty sauce. Slow-simmered with beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and tangy white vinegar, the result is a thick, velvety sauce perfect for topping your homemade pizza. Ready in under an hour, this versatile sauce can also be stored for up to five days, making it a convenient and delicious addition to your pizza nights. Bring a taste of Canada’s Pictou County to your kitchen with this deeply satisfying sauce!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Canola oil
- 1 medium Onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 pounds Ground beef
- 6 ounces Canned tomato paste
- 1.5 cups Beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Molasses
- 1 tablespoon White vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground clove
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.5 cup Water
Instructions
Heat the canola oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the saucepan, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to enhance its flavor.
Pour in the beef broth, water, and molasses. Stir until combined.
Add the white vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, ground clove, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then lower the heat to medium-low. Cook uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded together.
Remove the sauce from heat and allow it to cool slightly.
Use the sauce immediately on your pizza or transfer it to a container and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
325 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.1 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 38 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 932 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.7 g | ||
| Protein | 12.9 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 751 mg | 16% | |
*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.
