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Homemade Pizza Sauce

A flavorful and easy-to-make homemade pizza sauce that elevates any pizza dish with classic Italian flavors.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 cups 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 Onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 can (28 ounces) Crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried basil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste to the saucepan.
  5. Season with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
  6. Simmer the sauce for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
  7. Remove from heat and let it cool before using it on your pizza.

Notes

Always use good quality canned tomatoes for a fresher taste. Let the sauce simmer longer for a thicker texture if desired.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 60
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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