Description

This Easy Homemade Pizza Sauce recipe offers two versatile methods to prepare a delicious, flavorful sauce perfect for pizzas. Whether you prefer a quick no-cook blend or a simmered sauce with a richer depth of flavor, this recipe yields about 2 cups, enough for 2-3 pizzas. Made with simple pantry ingredients like crushed tomatoes, garlic, and herbs, it’s a convenient and tasty base for your homemade pizza creations.

Ingredients

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For the Pizza Sauce:

1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce
2 tablespoons tomato paste (for a thicker consistency)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon sugar (optional, balances acidity)
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a little spice)

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Instructions

No-Cook Version (Quick & Easy): In a mixing bowl, combine crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, sugar (if using), and red pepper flakes. Stir until all ingredients are well blended. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed. The sauce is now ready to use immediately on your pizza dough.
Cooked Version (For a Richer Flavor): Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, sugar, and red pepper flakes. Let the sauce simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes slightly thickened. Remove from heat, allow it to cool a little, and then spread it over your pizza dough.

Notes

The no-cook version is perfect when you’re short on time and want a fresh, bright tomato flavor.
The cooked version develops deeper, more concentrated flavors and a thicker consistency, ideal for traditional pizza sauce.
Adjust the amount of sugar and red pepper flakes to your personal taste preference.
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Use quality canned tomatoes for the best flavor.